Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the Israeli Knesset today, declaring that India stands with Israel "with full conviction" during his historic two-day visit. This trip marks the first by an Indian leader in nearly a decade and is aimed at significantly deepening defense and technological ties between the two nations. Modi’s remarks come at a sensitive time as the international community watches the escalating standoff between the United States and Iran.

During his speech, Modi emphasized that India and Israel share a "unique bond" forged by common challenges, particularly in combating global terrorism. He highlighted that India is currently Israel's largest arms purchaser and expressed a desire to move beyond a buyer-seller relationship toward joint development of advanced military hardware. The visit resulted in the signing of several Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) in sectors including cyber security, agriculture, and water management.

Political analysts suggest that Modi’s firm stance alongside Israel serves as a strategic signal during the mounting US-Iran crisis. While India maintains significant energy ties with Iran, the Prime Minister’s presence in Jerusalem reinforces India's growing strategic alignment with the West and its key Middle Eastern allies. As Modi concludes his visit, the world remains focused on how this "conviction" will translate into India's broader diplomatic role in a potential regional conflict.