Netanyahu Calls Modi 'Personal Friend' and India 'Global Power' Ahead of PM's Visit to Israel

Ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Israel, Benjamin Netanyahu described Modi as a 'personal friend' and India as a 'global power,' highlighting the strong alliance between the two leaders.

22 Feb, 16:26 — 22 Feb, 17:25

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This story highlights the strengthening diplomatic and strategic ties between India and Israel, underscored by personal rapport between their leaders. The upcoming visit signifies growing cooperation in various sectors and reflects India's increasing global influence, while Israel seeks to deepen its alliances.

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Both outlets report on Israeli PM Netanyahu's warm remarks about Indian PM Modi and India as a global power, made ahead of Modi's upcoming visit to Israel. The coverage is largely aligned, focusing on the positive diplomatic exchange and the significance of the visit.

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	Times of India	hindustan-times
PM Modi's expression of eagerness for the trip on social media and his statement 'Deeply value friendship with Israel'.
Netanyahu describing the visit as historic.
The specific dates of PM Modi's visit (February 25-26).
Netanyahu calling the relationship a 'powerful alliance between two global leaders'.

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What sources agree on

PM Modi is set to visit Israel soon.
PM Netanyahu made positive remarks about PM Modi and India.
Netanyahu referred to Modi as a 'personal friend'.
Netanyahu referred to India as a 'global power'.

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PM Modi is set to visit Israel soon.

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PM Modi will visit Israel from February 25-26.

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Netanyahu called Modi a 'personal friend'.

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Netanyahu called India a 'global power'.

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PM Modi expressed eagerness for the trip on social media.

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Netanyahu described the visit as historic.

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PM Modi's expression of eagerness for the trip on social media and his statement 'Deeply value friendship with Israel'.

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Netanyahu describing the visit as historic.

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The specific dates of PM Modi's visit (February 25-26).

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Netanyahu calling the relationship a 'powerful alliance between two global leaders'.

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The narrative shifted from solely Netanyahu's initiative and praise to a reciprocal diplomatic exchange, highlighting mutual appreciation and eagerness for the upcoming visit.

Netanyahu's Initial StatementsFeb 22 afternoon

Israeli PM Netanyahu made public statements praising Indian PM Modi and India ahead of the visit.

Modi's ResponseFeb 22 late afternoon

Indian PM Modi responded to Netanyahu's remarks, expressing eagerness for the trip and valuing the friendship.

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'Deeply value friendship with Israel': PM Modi responds to Netanyahu; highlights ties ahead of visit

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Netanyahu calls Modi ‘personal friend’, India ‘global power’ ahead of PM's visit to Israel

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Narendra ModiPrime Minister of India Benjamin NetanyahuPrime Minister of Israel IndiaGlobal power, nation visiting Israel IsraelNation hosting PM Modi's visit

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First report: hindustan-times · 22 Feb, 16:26|Full coverage: All 2 sources within 59m|Window: 59m

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hindustan-times22 Feb, 16:26First to report

Netanyahu calls Modi ‘personal friend’, India ‘global power’ ahead of PM's visit to Israel

Times of India22 Feb, 17:25Latest update

'Deeply value friendship with Israel': PM Modi responds to Netanyahu; highlights ties ahead of visit

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Times of India52m ago

'Deeply value friendship with Israel': PM Modi responds to Netanyahu; highlights ties ahead of visit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to visit Israel soon. He expressed his eagerness for the trip on social media. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu described the visit as historic. The leaders emphasized the strong bond between India and Israel. They highlighted cooperation in innovation and security. The partnership continues to grow across various sectors.

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hindustan-times1h ago

Netanyahu calls Modi ‘personal friend’, India ‘global power’ ahead of PM's visit to Israel

Ahead of PM Narendra Modi's visit to Israel from February 25-26, Benjamin Netanyahu called the relationship a “powerful alliance between two global leaders.”

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Netanyahu Calls Modi 'Personal Friend' and India 'Global Power' Ahead of PM's Visit to Israel

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'Deeply value friendship with Israel': PM Modi responds to Netanyahu; highlights ties ahead of visit

Netanyahu calls Modi ‘personal friend’, India ‘global power’ ahead of PM's visit to Israel

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Netanyahu calls Modi ‘personal friend’, India ‘global power’ ahead of PM's visit to Israel

'Deeply value friendship with Israel': PM Modi responds to Netanyahu; highlights ties ahead of visit

Read at source (2 outlets)

'Deeply value friendship with Israel': PM Modi responds to Netanyahu; highlights ties ahead of visit

Netanyahu calls Modi ‘personal friend’, India ‘global power’ ahead of PM's visit to Israel

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