PM Modi to Visit Israel on February 25, Netanyahu Calls it 'Historic'

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to travel to Israel on February 25. Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu described the upcoming visit as a 'historic' occasion, highlighting the significance of the trip.

22 Feb, 19:30 — 23 Feb, 00:00

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Why this matters

This visit signifies strengthening ties between India and Israel, two nations with growing strategic interests. It could lead to increased cooperation in defense, technology, and trade, potentially impacting regional power dynamics and alliances, especially in the context of countering shared security concerns.

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News outlets confirm Indian PM Modi's upcoming visit to Israel on February 25, with Israeli PM Netanyahu calling it 'historic'. While both sources agree on the visit's date and Netanyahu's 'historic' framing, Channel News Asia provides additional geopolitical context regarding a regional alliance, which Indian Express does not cover.

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indian-expresscentercenter-leftoptimistichighlights personal friendship and historic significance

channel-news-asiacentercenteranalyticalreports geopolitical context without overt bias

Coverage leans: balanced

The coverage is balanced, with one outlet providing a more personal and celebratory framing while the other offers a more analytical, geopolitical perspective.

What sources agree on

PM Modi is scheduled to visit Israel on February 25.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced the visit.
Netanyahu described the upcoming visit as 'historic'.

Where they diverge

The broader significance and purpose of PM Modi's visit.

indian-express

Focuses on the 'historic' nature of the visit and the personal friendship between Modi and Netanyahu.

channel-news-asia

Highlights the visit within the context of an 'Israel-India axis' forming a wider regional alliance to counter 'radical' adversaries.

Key claims2 agreed · 2 unverified

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PM Modi will travel to Israel on February 25.

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Netanyahu called PM Modi's visit 'historic'.

agreed·indian-expresschannel-news-asia

Netanyahu referred to PM Modi as 'my dear friend'.

Coverage gaps

Netanyahu's statement about the 'Israel-India axis' being part of a wider regional alliance to counter 'radical' adversaries.

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Story evolution

The narrative shifted from a strategic alliance against adversaries to a more celebratory and personal 'historic' event.

Initial Geopolitical FramingFeb 22 evening

Netanyahu announces the visit, emphasizing its role in a wider regional alliance against 'radical' adversaries.

Focus on Historic & Personal TiesFeb 23 morning

Indian media highlights the 'historic' nature of the visit and the personal warmth between the leaders.

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indian-express

PM Modi to travel to Israel on Feb 25; my dear friend’s historic visit, says Netanyahu

channel-news-asia

Netanyahu says India's Modi to visit Israel on Feb 25

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PM ModiPrime Minister of India, visiting Israel Benjamin NetanyahuPrime Minister of Israel, hosting Modi IsraelHost nation for PM Modi's visit IndiaNation whose Prime Minister is visiting

Coverage Timeline

First report: channel-news-asia · 22 Feb, 19:30|Full coverage: All 2 sources within 5h|Window: 5h

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channel-news-asia22 Feb, 19:30First to report

Netanyahu says India's Modi to visit Israel on Feb 25

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indian-express23 Feb, 00:00Latest update

PM Modi to travel to Israel on Feb 25; my dear friend’s historic visit, says Netanyahu

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indian-express1h ago

PM Modi to travel to Israel on Feb 25; my dear friend’s historic visit, says Netanyahu

By Shubhajit Roy

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channel-news-asia5h ago

Netanyahu says India's Modi to visit Israel on Feb 25

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said the Israel-India axis will be part of a wider regional alliance to counter common "radical" adversaries.

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PM Modi to Visit Israel on February 25, Netanyahu Calls it 'Historic'

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PM Modi to travel to Israel on Feb 25; my dear friend’s historic visit, says Netanyahu

Netanyahu says India's Modi to visit Israel on Feb 25

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Coverage Timeline

Netanyahu says India's Modi to visit Israel on Feb 25

PM Modi to travel to Israel on Feb 25; my dear friend’s historic visit, says Netanyahu

Read at source (2 outlets)

PM Modi to travel to Israel on Feb 25; my dear friend’s historic visit, says Netanyahu

Netanyahu says India's Modi to visit Israel on Feb 25

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