Gaza war sped up India’s shift towards Israel under Modi

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In September 2025, Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich visited India, signing a trade deal and visiting investment hubs, despite international condemnation for advocating Palestinian ethnic cleansing. This visit, occurring during Israel's war on Gaza, signifies India's accelerated embrace of Israel under Prime Minister Modi, contrasting with historical Indian support for Palestine and global distancing from Netanyahu's government.

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As even Israel's traditional allies are distancing themselves from Netanyahu, Modi's India has embraced the country.

Gaza war sped up India’s shift towards Israel under Modi

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