Israeli Prime Minister’s Office spokesperson David Mencer praised PM Narendra Modi’s leadership and his “zero tolerance” stance on terrorism shared with PM Benjamin Netanyahu, following Modi’s recent Knesset address declaring 1.5 billion Indians stand with Israel against terror.
Shared Resolve Against Appeasement
Mencer highlighted the leaders’ alignment: “Zero tolerance towards terrorism is what brings success. Appeasement of terrorists leads to more war,” echoing Modi’s Knesset speech where he condemned Hamas’s October 7 attack and affirmed no justification for civilian murders.
Modi’s Historic Visit
During his February 2026 two-day state visit to Israel, Modi received a grand welcome from Netanyahu and addressed the Knesset, invoking “Am Yisrael Chai” (the people of Israel live) to counter isolation narratives. He met President Isaac Herzog, reinforcing strategic ties amid the US-Israel-Iran war.
Peace Through Strength
Mencer linked their approach with President Trump’s “peace through strength” doctrine, crediting it for current successes like Operation Roaring Lion against Iran. Modi reiterated India’s long fight against terrorism, standing “firmly with full conviction” alongside Israel.
