PM Modi Visits Israel, Meets Leaders and Indian-Jewish Community

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is on day two of his visit to Israel, where he is scheduled to visit a Holocaust memorial and hold meetings with President Herzog and Prime Minister Netanyahu, as well as engage with the Indian-Jewish community.

25 Feb, 17:32 — 26 Feb, 03:34

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Why this matters

This visit by PM Modi to Israel is significant as it underscores the strengthening diplomatic and strategic ties between India and Israel, particularly in the aftermath of the October 7, 2023, Hamas attack. It allows India to reiterate its position on regional security and engage with a key partner in the Middle East, while also addressing the Indian diaspora. The visit also occurs amidst broader regional geopolitical shifts, potentially signaling India's role and interests in a complex global landscape.

Perspective Analysis

AI-generated comparison of how 4 sources cover this story

The articles primarily cover Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Israel, detailing his engagements with Israeli leaders and the Indian-Jewish community. Coverage highlights his statement of India's firm support for Israel following the October 7 attack and his historic address to the Knesset, with outlets largely aligning on the key events of the visit. One outlet additionally frames the visit within the broader context of US-Iran regional tensions.

Coverage matrix

	hindu	hindustan-times	straits-times	Korea Herald
PM Modi becoming the first Indian Prime Minister to speak in the Israeli Parliament (Knesset).
India's statement of "firm" support for Israel following the Hamas attack on Oct. 7, 2023.

Covered Divergent Not mentioned

What sources agree on

PM Modi is visiting Israel.
PM Modi is scheduled to visit the Holocaust memorial.
PM Modi will hold meetings with Israeli leaders, including Prime Minister Netanyahu.
PM Modi will engage with the Indian-Jewish Community.

Where they diverge

The broader geopolitical context of Modi's visit.

Korea Heraldhinduhindustan-times

These outlets focus solely on the bilateral aspects of the visit and Modi's specific engagements and statements.

straits-times

This outlet frames the visit within the context of mounting US-Iran tensions, suggesting a regional geopolitical significance beyond bilateral ties.

Key claims2 agreed · 3 unverified

PM Modi told lawmakers in Jerusalem that India stands "firmly" with Israel following the Hamas attack on Oct. 7, 2023.

unverified·Korea Herald

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PM Modi will visit the Holocaust memorial.

agreed·hinduhindustan-times

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PM Modi will hold meetings with President Herzog and Prime Minister Netanyahu.

Coverage gaps

PM Modi becoming the first Indian Prime Minister to speak in the Israeli Parliament (Knesset).

Reportedhindustan-times

MissingKorea Heraldhindustraits-times

India's statement of "firm" support for Israel following the Hamas attack on Oct. 7, 2023.

ReportedKorea Herald

Missinghinduhindustan-timesstraits-times

Perspective Analysis

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Story evolution

The early coverage from Straits Times provided a broader geopolitical context, while later articles from other outlets shifted to focus more on the specific bilateral engagements and statements made during the visit.

Visit Commencement & Initial EngagementsFeb 25, 2026

PM Modi's visit to Israel begins, with initial reports noting the broader context and his address to the Knesset.

Day 2 Agenda & Bilateral FocusFeb 26, 2026 morning

The agenda for the second day of the visit is outlined, including meetings with leaders, a Holocaust memorial visit, and engagement with the Indian-Jewish community.

Statement of SupportFeb 26, 2026 morning

PM Modi publicly states India's firm support for Israel following the October 7 attack.

How outlets covered this

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Korea Herald

Modi says India stands 'firmly' with Israel during visit

hindu

PM Modi in Israel Day 2 LIVE: PM Modi to visit Holocaust memorial; hold meetings with President Herzog, Netanyahu

hindustan-times

PM Modi Israel Visit LIVE updates: PM to visit Holocaust memorial; India-Israel bilateral talks on cards for Day 2

straits-times

India’s Modi visits Israel as US-Iran tensions mount - The Straits Times

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Key entities

Narendra ModiPrime Minister of India IsraelHost nation for the visit Benjamin NetanyahuPrime Minister of Israel Isaac HerzogPresident of Israel Indian-Jewish CommunityDiaspora group meeting with PM Modi KnessetIsraeli Parliament addressed by PM Modi HamasGroup whose attack prompted Modi's statement of support

Coverage Timeline

First report: straits-times · 25 Feb, 17:32|Full coverage: All 4 sources within 10h|Window: 10h

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straits-times25 Feb, 17:32First to report

India’s Modi visits Israel as US-Iran tensions mount - The Straits Times

10h later

hindustan-times26 Feb, 03:08

PM Modi Israel Visit LIVE updates: PM to visit Holocaust memorial; India-Israel bilateral talks on cards for Day 2

hindu26 Feb, 03:21

PM Modi in Israel Day 2 LIVE: PM Modi to visit Holocaust memorial; hold meetings with President Herzog, Netanyahu

Korea Herald26 Feb, 03:34Latest update

Modi says India stands 'firmly' with Israel during visit

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Korea Herald19h ago

Modi says India stands 'firmly' with Israel during visit

JERUSALEM (AFP) -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi told lawmakers in Jerusalem Wednesday that India stands "firmly" with Israel following Hamas attack on Oct. 7, 2023. Modi also met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during a two-day visit aimed at deepening trade and defence ties that has drawn criticism at home. "I carry with me the deepest condolences of the people of India for every life lost and for every family whose world was shattered in the barbaric terrorist attack by Hamas on

By The Korea Herald

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hindu19h ago

PM Modi in Israel Day 2 LIVE: PM Modi to visit Holocaust memorial; hold meetings with President Herzog, Netanyahu

Later, he will be engaging with prominent members of the Indian-Jewish Community

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hindustan-times20h ago

PM Modi Israel Visit LIVE updates: PM to visit Holocaust memorial; India-Israel bilateral talks on cards for Day 2

PM Modi Israel Visit LIVE updates: PM Modi on Wednesday addressed a Special Plenary of the Knesset, becoming the first Indian Prime Minister to speak in the Israeli Parliament.

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straits-times1d ago

India’s Modi visits Israel as US-Iran tensions mount - The Straits Times

India’s Modi visits Israel as US-Iran tensions mount The Straits Times

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PM Modi Visits Israel, Meets Leaders and Indian-Jewish Community

Why this matters

Perspective Analysis

Coverage matrix

What sources agree on

Where they diverge

Key claims2 agreed · 3 unverified

Coverage gaps

Perspective Analysis

Story evolution

How outlets covered this

Left-leaning

Center

Modi says India stands &apos;firmly&apos; with Israel during visit

PM Modi in Israel Day 2 LIVE: PM Modi to visit Holocaust memorial; hold meetings with President Herzog, Netanyahu

PM Modi Israel Visit LIVE updates: PM to visit Holocaust memorial; India-Israel bilateral talks on cards for Day 2

India’s Modi visits Israel as US-Iran tensions mount - The Straits Times

Right-leaning

Key entities

Coverage Timeline

India’s Modi visits Israel as US-Iran tensions mount - The Straits Times

PM Modi Israel Visit LIVE updates: PM to visit Holocaust memorial; India-Israel bilateral talks on cards for Day 2

PM Modi in Israel Day 2 LIVE: PM Modi to visit Holocaust memorial; hold meetings with President Herzog, Netanyahu

Modi says India stands &apos;firmly&apos; with Israel during visit

Read at source (4 outlets)

Modi says India stands &apos;firmly&apos; with Israel during visit

PM Modi in Israel Day 2 LIVE: PM Modi to visit Holocaust memorial; hold meetings with President Herzog, Netanyahu

PM Modi Israel Visit LIVE updates: PM to visit Holocaust memorial; India-Israel bilateral talks on cards for Day 2

India’s Modi visits Israel as US-Iran tensions mount - The Straits Times

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Why this matters

Story evolution

Key entities

Perspective Analysis

Coverage matrix

What sources agree on

Where they diverge

Key claims2 agreed · 3 unverified

Coverage gaps

Modi says India stands 'firmly' with Israel during visit

Modi says India stands 'firmly' with Israel during visit

Modi says India stands 'firmly' with Israel during visit