PM Modi Speaks to Israel PM Netanyahu on Terrorism, Gaza Conflict

Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a telephone conversation with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on 10 December 2025, during which the two leaders discussed strengthening security cooperation, regional stability, and developments related to the conflict in Gaza.

According to the official readout, the leaders reviewed progress in the India-Israel Strategic Partnership and noted sustained growth in cooperation across sectors including defence, technology and innovation. Both agreed that bilateral engagement should continue at its current momentum to deliver tangible benefits to citizens in both countries.

A significant portion of the call focused on the situation in Gaza and the wider Middle East. Prime Minister Modi reiterated India's long-standing position in support of a fair, durable and lasting peace in the region. He also expressed support for the early implementation of the Gaza Peace Plan as part of broader international efforts aimed at restoring stability.

Both leaders reaffirmed their shared commitment to a zero-tolerance approach towards terrorism, stressing that all forms of violent extremism must be condemned without qualification. They underlined that counter-terrorism cooperation remains a central pillar of the growing partnership between New Delhi and Tel Aviv.

The conversation reflected ongoing high-level political engagement between the two countries, with both sides agreeing to maintain close coordination on strategic, security and regional issues. Officials said the exchange underscored the importance both leaders attach to the evolving India-Israel relationship in a volatile global and regional environment.