Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has extended a special invitation to Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Indian pilot Captain Smit Machhar. During a telephone conversation, Benjamin Netanyahu invited both to visit Israel and participate in the country's upcoming Independence Day celebrations by lighting a torch, highlighting the strengthening ties between the two nations.
Telephone Conversation Between Benjamin Netanyahu and Narendra Modi
Sharing details of the invitation, Benjamin Netanyahu stated that he spoke with his friend, Prime Minister Narendra Modi of India, and formally invited him alongside the brave Indian pilot to light a torch at Israel's Independence Day event. Narendra Modi thanked Benjamin Netanyahu for the invitation and acknowledged the deep, long-standing relationship shared by the two countries.
Joint Stance Against Terrorism and Bilateral Ties
During the discussion, Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasized that both India and Israel are fighting side by side against terrorism, both on the ground and in the air. The leaders also praised the strong and historical bonds linking their nations. This diplomatic development follows earlier reports that Captain Smit Machhar was awarded the Presidential Award for Civilian Heroism by Israeli President Isaac Herzog for extraordinary bravery.
