Modi Visits Israel Amid US-Iran Tensions
India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Israel on February 25, 2026, for a two-day visit aimed at strengthening bilateral ties. Modi, who first visited Israel in 2017, met Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, with discussions expected to focus on artificial intelligence, defense cooperation, and expanding military exports. The visit includes Modi addressing the Knesset and laying a wreath at Israel’s Holocaust memorial, Yad Vashem.
The visit coincides with heightened regional tensions as the United States increases its naval presence near Iran in preparation for potential military action over Tehran’s nuclear program. Concerns over conflict extend to Gulf Arab nations, where millions of Indians reside and remit substantial funds back home. Experts note that India is keen to promote stability and avoid escalation in the region.
While Israel frames cooperation with India as part of a strategic bloc to counter regional threats, analysts suggest that New Delhi is likely to prioritize defense purchases without entering a formal military alliance, maintaining its long-standing policy of non-alignment. The visit is seen as a step toward deepening partnerships and exploring new collaborations across multiple fields.
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