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Jaishankar Meets Israeli FM in Jerusalem: A Strategic Pledge Against Terrorism

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met with Israel's Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar in Jerusalem. The leaders strongly condemned terrorism, specifically addressing a recent attack in Sydney. They committed to deepening the India-Israel strategic partnership with a new joint work plan for 2026. The talks also included regional developments and India's support for peace efforts in Gaza.

Key Points: Jaishankar, Israeli FM Sa'ar Reiterate Joint Resolve to Combat Terrorism

  • Jaishankar conveyed condolences for the Sydney Hanukkah terror attack
  • Both nations adopted an ambitious bilateral work plan for 2026
  • Discussions covered advancing strategic ties across security and economic domains
  • India expressed support for the Gaza peace plan for durable solution
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EAM Jaishankar meets Israeli counterpart Sa'ar, reiterates India's resolve in combating terrorism

EAM Jaishankar meets Israeli counterpart Gideon Sa'ar in Jerusalem, condemns Sydney terror attack and advances strategic partnership with 2026 work plan.

"We are both countries who have a policy of zero-tolerance towards terrorism. - EAM S Jaishankar"

Jerusalem, Dec 16

External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar held a meeting with his Israeli counterpart Gideon Sa'ar in Jerusalem on Tuesday with both sides reiterating their steadfast resolve in combating shared challenge of terrorism.

During the meeting, the two leaders also discussed India-Israel Strategic Partnership and its further advancement across various sectors.

"Pleased to meet FM Gideon Sa'ar of Israel in Jerusalem today. Conveyed deepest condolences on terror attack on Hanukkah celebrations and reiterated our steadfast resolve in combating the shared challenge of terrorism. Held productive discussions on our Strategic partnership and its further advancement across various domains. Also exchanged perspectives on regional developments, the Gaza Peace Plan and efforts to achieve lasting and durable peace," EAM Jaishankar posted on X after the meeting.

Sa'ar noted that the ties between India and Israel are "strengthening" and stated that he and EAM Jaishankar adopted a joint and ambitious work plan for bilateral ties for the year 2026.

"Happy to host in Jerusalem my friend, the Foreign Minister of India Dr S Jaishankar for a reciprocal visit, just a month after my visit to Delhi. The relations between us and the world's largest democracy and the fastest-growing economy - are strengthening," the Israeli FM noted on X.

"Today we adopted a joint and ambitious work plan for the bilateral relations between the countries for the year 2026. The relations between us will advance even more vigorously next year in all areas: political, security, economic, entrepreneurship and cyber, agriculture and water, culture and more. This is a strategic partnership that we are nurturing together!," he added.

At the start of their meeting, EAM Jaishankar, while making his opening remarks, condemned the recent terror attack at Bondi Beach in Australia's Sydney, asserting that India and Israel have a policy of zero-tolerance towards terrorism.

EAM Jaishankar offered condolences over the loss of several lives in the terror attack during Hanukkah celebrations in Australia's Sydney.

"Before I begin, let me first of all convey our very very sincere deep condolences at the loss of life due to the terror attack at Hanukkah celebrations in Bondi Beach. I want to say that we condemn it in the strongest possible terms, where India and Israel are concerned, we are both countries who have a policy of zero-tolerance towards terrorism. We appreciate your consistent support to our fight against terrorism in all its forms and manifestations," the External Affairs Minister said.

Terming India and Israel "complimentary partners", the EAM noted that the strategic partnership between two nations has developed significantly in the past 10 years.

EAM Jaishankar also expressed India's support for Gaza peace plan. He said, "I want to say that India supports the Gaza peace plan and hopes that it would lead to a lasting and durable solution."

Earlier in the day, EAM Jaishankar arrived in Israel, where he was welcomed by Israel's Ambassador to India, Reuven Azar.

- IANS

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Priyanka N
It's good to see our foreign policy being so proactive. The work plan for 2026 shows long-term vision. Hope the focus on agriculture, water, and cyber brings tangible benefits to our farmers and tech sector.
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Rahul R
While I support strong anti-terror cooperation, I hope our support for the Gaza peace plan is more than just words. A lasting solution there is needed for regional stability, which impacts us all.
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Sarah B
Interesting to see the "fastest-growing economy" tag being used by the Israeli FM. It's a recognition of our progress. The condolences for the Sydney attack were a necessary and humane touch.
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Vikram M
Jaishankar sahab is doing a fantastic job representing India on the world stage. The relationship has grown so much in 10 years. From agriculture to security, this partnership is truly complementary, just as he said.
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Kiran H
A respectful criticism: We must ensure our zero-tolerance policy against terrorism is applied uniformly in all our international engagements and statements. Consistency is key to credibility.
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Nikhil C
The joint work plan is promising! Israel's tech and water management expertise can be a game-changer for India. Hope the entrepreneurship and cyber domains get a major boost from this.

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