Key Points from Prime Minister Modi’s Speech at the Israeli Parliament

1️⃣ Background

Following the attack carried out by Hamas on October 7, 2023, Prime Minister Narendra Modi undertook an official visit to Israel.

He addressed a session of the Israeli Parliament (Knesset) located in Jerusalem. Through this, he earned the distinction of being the first Indian Prime Minister to address the Israeli Parliament.

2️⃣ Prime Minister’s Stand on Terrorism

The Prime Minister emphasized that terrorism occurring in any part of the world is a threat to global peace.

✔️ The killing of innocent civilians cannot be justified for any reason
✔️ There should be no double standards against terrorism
✔️ India and Israel are both nations affected by terrorism

Examples:
2008 – Mumbai attacks
2023 – October 7 Israel attacks

👉 India’s position: Zero tolerance towards terrorism.

3️⃣ Need for Global Action

The Prime Minister stressed the necessity of coordinated global action against terrorism. He stated that this cannot be achieved by individual nations alone, but only through international cooperation.

Objectives of terrorism:
✔️ To destabilize societies
✔️ To hinder development
✔️ To destroy people’s trust and confidence

4️⃣ Gaza Peace Plan

India expressed support for the Gaza peace plan approved by the United Nations Security Council.

✔️ The Palestine issue should be resolved through dialogue
✔️ Sustainable peace in the West Asian region is essential
✔️ India is ready to work together with Israel and the global community

5️⃣ India – Israel Relations

India and Israel continue to strengthen their strategic partnership.

Areas of cooperation:
✔️ Defence
✔️ Agriculture
✔️ Technology
✔️ Security sector

During this visit, the Prime Minister was awarded the highest honor of the Israeli Parliament.