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Israel Stands With India: How Terrorism Forges a Strategic Alliance

Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar has firmly stated that terrorism is a mutual threat for both India and Israel. He expressed solidarity with India following a recent terror attack and paid condolences to its people. The two nations are working to solidify a long-term strategic partnership, with talks focused on an ambitious bilateral plan for 2026. Sa'ar also highlighted India's global significance as the world's largest democracy and a rapidly growing economy.

Key Points: Israeli FM Gideon Sa'ar Expresses Solidarity With India on Terrorism

  • Israeli FM Gideon Sa'ar expresses condolences for India's recent terror attack
  • Both nations commit to a long-term strategic partnership against shared threats
  • Discussions aim for a comprehensive bilateral working plan by 2026
  • Sa'ar describes India as the world's largest and fastest-growing democracy
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Terrorism mutual threat, Israel stands with India: FM Gideon Sa'ar

Israeli FM Gideon Sa'ar calls terrorism a mutual threat, expressing solidarity with India and outlining a strategic partnership plan for 2026.

"Terror is a mutual threat for both countries, and we are always standing with the people of India. - Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar"

Jerusalem, Dec 16

Emphasising that terrorism poses a shared threat for both India and Israel, the Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar on Tuesday expressed solidarity with the people of India.

He underscored that the ties between the two countries constitute a long-term strategic partnership, and expressed hope that his discussions with External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar would lead to the adoption of a comprehensive and ambitious working plan for the bilateral relations in 2026

Addressing a joint press statement with EAM Jaishankar in Jerusalem, Sa'ar said, "I'm very glad to host in Israel the foreign minister of India, Dr Jaishankar. It is also a good opportunity to thank you, Minister, for your hospitality during my visit to Delhi in November. India faced only last November, after my visit, a terror attack. It is another opportunity to pay our condolences to the people of India for this terrible terror attack."

"Terror is a mutual threat for both countries, and we are always standing with the people of India. Our relations, as we see it, is a long term strategic partnership, and today, I believe that we will adopt a very comprehensive and ambitious working plan for our bilateral relations in 2026. I'm looking forward to our discussions," he added.

The Israeli Foreign Minister described India as the world's largest democracy and one of the fastest-growing economies, saying that the future lies with India and Israel seeks to be a part of that journey.

“India is the biggest democracy. India is also the fastest growing economy in the world. I believe that the future is India, and it is natural that we want to have a share in the future,” he stressed.

EAM Jaishankar arrived in Israel on Tuesday to hold bilateral consultations with Sa’ar on a wide range of issues aimed at enhancing bilateral cooperation between the two countries.

Israel's Ambassador to India, Reuven Azar, welcomed EAM Jaishankar upon his arrival in the country. "Welcome to Israel, Minister of External Affairs Dr S Jaishankar," Azar posted on X.

- IANS

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Priya S
It's heartening to see global solidarity against terror. The condolences for the November attack are appreciated. Hope this partnership brings tangible results in intelligence sharing and defense tech.
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Rohit P
While I support stronger ties, we must ensure our foreign policy remains balanced. Our relationship with Israel is important, but so are our historical ties with other nations in the region. Let's be strategic, not one-sided.
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Sarah B
As someone living in Delhi, security is a top concern. If cooperation with Israel helps modernize our police and intelligence, I'm all for it. The "working plan for 2026" sounds promising, but execution is key.
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Vikram M
The recognition of India as the fastest-growing economy and biggest democracy is spot on. Partnerships like these should focus on technology transfer and job creation, not just defense. Let's build for the future!
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Karthik V
Solidarity in the fight against terrorism is welcome. However, I hope our leadership also addresses the root causes of radicalization within our own society. External partnerships are one part of the solution.

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