Modi speaks with Netanyahu, discusses ways to strengthen India-Israel strategic partnership

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday (January 7, 2026) conveyed New Year greetings to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and discussed ways to strengthen strategic partnership between the two countries.

In a tweet on X, Mr. Modi said, “Glad to speak with my friend, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and convey New Year greetings to him and the people of Israel. We discussed ways to further strengthen the India-Israel Strategic Partnership in the year ahead.”

Mr. Modi and Mr. Netanyahu exchanged views on the regional situation and reaffirmed the two leaders’ shared resolve to fight terrorism with greater determination, the post said.

The last time the two leaders talked was when the Israel Prime Minister called up Mr. Modi and briefed him on the West Asia situation.