Middle East

Israel launches preventive missile strikes against Iran

Israel has launched a preventive missile attack against Iran on Saturday, as reported by TPS. Citizens have been advised to seek shelter as the IDF said that sirens were sounded across Israel as a proactive alert for a possibility of missiles being launched towards the country.

2026-02-28T07:29:30.530772+00:00 IST

US Embassy advises citizens to "consider leaving Israel"

This guidance arrives as Washington significantly intensifies its military presence in the region, highlighted by the deployment of the world's largest aircraft carrier, the USS Gerald R Ford, off the northern coast of Israel, according to The Times of Israel.

2026-02-27T12:34:16.300595+00:00 IST

"PM Modi's Knesset speech moved us," Israel MOFA Spox says

Marmorstein, in a conversation with ANI, said that Israel stood with India during Operation Sindoor.

2026-02-27T01:14:55.381765+00:00 IST

Restaurant owner where Netanyahu went on his first date with wife

Pushkarna, while talking to ANI, said that it was culinary diplomacy for her, and that her wish was granted as PM Modi thanked her.

2026-02-27T01:12:21.416121+00:00 IST

UAE and Indonesia Presidents discuss ways to enhance bilateral ti

UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan on Thursday met with Prabowo Subianto, President of the Republic of Indonesia, who is on a working visit to the UAE.

2026-02-27T00:53:58.781764+00:00 IST

UAE President attends reunion of individuals present during found

UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan on Thursday attended a gathering of individuals who took part in the historic day on which the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, Founding Father of the UAE, alongside his fellow Rulers, raised the UAE flag upon the formation of the Union.

2026-02-27T00:44:46.467708+00:00 IST

‘Living bridge between our two nations…’: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday interacted with the members of Indian Jewish community in Israel and appreciated their remarkable contributions to the country. He called them a living bridge between the two countries.

2026-02-26T19:28:01.544601+00:00 IST

India-Israel forge stronger defence ties

India and Israel further strengthened their defence partnership during the historic visit of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Israel after nine years. The two countries acknowledged the growth made in defence cooperation and also reaffirmed their commitment to other aspects such as cybersecurity and cross-border terrorism. The visit also saw the decision to upgrade ties to a special strategic partnership.

2026-02-26T18:05:39.553410+00:00 IST

PM Modi, PM Netanyahu welcome BIA

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu on Thursday welcomed the strides made in unlocking the full potential of the bilateral trade and investment between the two countries. They welcomed the signing of the India-Israel Bilateral Investment Agreement by the two Finance Ministers in New Delhi in September 2025. They encouraged more Indian participation in the infrastructure sector of Israel and reaffirmed their commitment to advancing transformative initiatives such as the I2U2 quadrilateral partnership.

2026-02-26T18:01:54.196087+00:00 IST

PM Modi, Netanyahu note gravity of agri cooperation

Recognizing the critical role of water and agriculture in sustainable development, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu affirmed the importance of efforts to strengthen the partnership in water and agriculture.

2026-02-26T17:17:49.438663+00:00 IST

"India has very specific capabilities": FS Misri on Gaza role

"We are already implementing a large number of projects for the benefit of Palestinian communities, to the extent of nearly $170 million. There are also about $40 million worth of projects in the pipeline, in the areas of education, healthcare, capacity building, and others," he detailed. Beyond these current projects, India remains prepared to scale its engagement in alignment with international peace efforts.

2026-02-26T17:03:26.925778+00:00 IST

Extremely important: Misri says PM Modi discussed IMEC at length

Addressing the media in Jerusalem at the conclusion of PM Modi's visit, Misri noted that while the project remains a priority, "the regional situation does weigh on the progress of the initiative," as stable ties among participating corridor nations are essential for its success.

2026-02-26T14:39:39.048975+00:00 IST

PM Modi’s Israel visit concludes with 27 outcomes

India and Israel on Thursday unveiled 27 outcomes following Prime Minister Narendra Modi's two-day state visit to Israel from February 25 to February 26, spanning cooperation in geophysical exploration, maritime heritage, culture, digital payments, agriculture, artificial intelligence (AI), fisheries, financial regulation, labour mobility, education, arbitration, academia and cybersecurity, along with major strategic announcements.

2026-02-26T14:29:49.388248+00:00 IST

Israel razes five kilometers of tunnels in Gaza’s Beit Hanoun

The Israel Defense Forces said combat engineers recently completed the destruction of five kilometers of tunnels in the northern Gaza area of Beit Hanoun.

2026-02-26T14:10:13.245578+00:00 IST

PM Modi concludes historic visit to Israel

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday concluded his historic visit to Israel, which came after nine years, during which both countries agreed to elevate bilateral ties to a special strategic partnership. The visit saw the signing of 27 agreements spanning innovation, cultural exchange, manufacturing, artificial intelligence and other sectors.

2026-02-26T14:00:12.623073+00:00 IST

PM Modi announces ‘Villages of Excellence’

"There has been a long and successful history of agricultural cooperation between the two countries. Today, we have resolved to give this cooperation a futuristic direction. The Centres of Excellence established in India with the cooperation of Israel are excellent examples of our friendship. Seeing their success, we have set a target to increase their number to 100," he said.

2026-02-26T13:39:01.570451+00:00 IST

PM Modi's visit significant milestone in India-Israel relations

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Israel marked a "significant milestone," focusing on high-tech AI, quantum computing, and maritime heritage. Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri described the "exceptional" 24-hour trip as a productive bridge for the next phase of India-Israel relations within the broader "Link West" regional strategy.

2026-02-26T13:29:13.873062+00:00 IST

Israeli team is in India to negotiate FTA terms: MEA

Misri said that both parties decided to launch a bilateral financial dialogue.

2026-02-26T13:27:51.765296+00:00 IST

Netanyahu hails PM Modi’s visit as "extraordinarily moving"

Israeli PM Netanyahu hailed PM Modi's visit as "extraordinarily moving," noting there wasn't a "dry eye" after his Knesset speech. The leaders signed key agreements on economy and security, emphasising a shared future rooted in innovation, water conservation, and agriculture to benefit the global good.

2026-02-26T12:56:38.874072+00:00 IST

“PM went into detail…”: MEA on PM Modi’s visit to tech exhibition

Prime Minister Modi, who is on a two-day state visit to Israel, paid great attention to the tech exhibition in the country and invited the innovators to look for opportunities and partnerships in India, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri said on Thursday.

2026-02-26T12:51:30.620601+00:00 IST

PM Modi says India-Israel FTA to be finalised soon

Speaking during the joint statement with his Israeli counterpart Benjamin Netanyahu as part of his two-day state visit to the country, PM Modi said the two leaders discussed imparting a new direction and faster pace to bilateral cooperation.

2026-02-26T12:48:48.599556+00:00 IST