PM Narendra Modi Israel Visit LIVE: PM Modi Holds Bilateral Talks With Netanyahu, to Address Knesset at 8 PM

PM Narendra Modi Israel Visit LIVE: Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Tel Aviv on Wednesday, where the two leaders held extensive bilateral discussions.

The meeting marks a key moment in PM Modi's two-day state visit to Israel, aimed at further strengthening the strategic partnership between the two nations.

PM Narendra Modi Israel Visit LIVE: In a lighter exchange, the Israeli Prime Minister points towards the saffron-coloured outfit worn by his wife, Sara Netanyahu, and tells PM Modi, “She’s wearing saffron,” in an apparent gesture of symbolic camaraderie.

Netanyahu is also heard telling his wife, “Modi is a wonderful leader,” as the three share smiles on the tarmac, creating what many online have described as a warm and personal diplomatic moment. 

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PM Narendra Modi Israel Visit LIVE: As Prime Minister Narendra Modi began his historic visit to Israel, blind Indian-origin singer Dina Semte shared her emotional journey ahead of her performance before the Prime Minister.

Expressing her joy, she added, "I am happy that I am performing in front of PM Modi. Music connects everyone. This is very special for me."

PM Narendra Modi Israel Visit LIVE: Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu responds to PM Narendra Modi's tweet, "It’s a great honor to welcome you to Israel, Prime Minister Modi. आपका स्वागत है..."

PM Narendra Modi Israel Visit LIVE: 

Day 1 (Feb 25)

1. Address to the Israeli Parliament (Knesset)
2. Visit to technology and innovation exhibition
3. Private dinner hosted by PM Netanyahu

Day 2 (February 26)

1. Visit to Yad Vashem memorial
2. Bilateral talks with Israeli President Isaac Herzog
3. Delegation-level discussions with PM Netanyahu
4. Exchange of MoUs and press statements
5. Interaction with Indian-Jewish community members
6. Departure for Delhi

PM Narendra Modi Israel Visit LIVE: People of Indian origin have gathered at the King David Hotel in Jerusalem, eagerly waiting to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

PM Narendra Modi Israel Visit LIVE: Ahead of his departure, Prime Minister Narendra Modi features today on the front page of the Israeli newspaper Jerusalem Post.

One headline read "Welcome, Modi," while another one read "New Delhi's burgeoning partnership with Jerusalem".

PM Narendra Modi Israel Visit LIVE: Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who arrived in Israel on Wednesday for a two-day state visit, expressed his gratitude after being warmly received at the airport by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his wife, Sara Netanyahu.

In a statement upon landing, PM Modi said: "Landed in Israel. I am extremely honoured to be received by Prime Minister Netanyahu and Mrs Netanyahu at the airport. I look forward to engaging in bilateral discussions and fruitful outcomes that strengthen the India-Israel friendship."

PM Narendra Modi Israel Visit LIVE: Before his departure, Prime Minister Narendra Modi described his upcoming visit to Israel as an opportunity to further deepen the two nations' "robust and multifaceted strategic partnership".

In his departure statement, the Prime Minister said, “I am confident that my State Visit will further consolidate the enduring bonds between the two countries, set new goals for the Strategic Partnership, and advance our shared vision for a resilient, innovative and prosperous future.”

PM Narendra Modi Israel Visit LIVE: In a warm gesture, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu received Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the Tel Aviv airport upon his arrival. Sharing a tweet, Netanyahu wrote, “Welcome to Israel, my dear friend @narendramodi.”

PM Narendra Modi Israel Visit LIVE: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, along with his wife Sara Netanyahu, at the airport to welcome PM Narendra Modi.