Summary
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Israel on February 25 for two days. This follows India's recent criticism of Israel's actions in the occupied West Bank, despite strong ties between the two countries in areas like defense, trade, and technology. Historically, India opposed the creation of Israel and supported Palestine, but over the years, its relationship with Israel has transformed significantly.
Key Facts
- Prime Minister Modi's visit to Israel is scheduled for February 25.
- His first visit to Israel as Prime Minister was in 2017.
- India recently condemned Israel's expansion in the West Bank alongside over 100 other nations.
- India and Israel have strong cooperation in defense, trade, and technology.
- Historically, India opposed the creation of Israel and supported Palestinian independence.
- Mahatma Gandhi expressed support for Arabs in Palestine in 1938, opposing the idea of a Jewish homeland at their expense.
- In 1947, India voted against the United Nations Partition Plan for Palestine at the UN.
- Relations between India and Israel have shifted from hostility to a close partnership over the years.
