Looking forward to my upcoming Israel visit: PM Modi

**EDS: THIRD PARTY IMAGE** In this image posted on Feb. 22, 2026, Prime Minister Narendra Modi during the flagging off of the Meerut Metro and Namo Bharat train at a ceremonial launch at Shatabdi Nagar Namo Bharat Station in Meerut. Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, Deputy Chief Minister Brajesh Pathak, BJP State President Pankaj Chaudhary and others are also seen. (narendramodi.in via PTI Photo)(PTI02_22_2026_000104B)

New Delhi, Feb 23 (PTI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said he was looking forward to his upcoming visit to Israel.

The prime minister said this on X in response to Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s comment that Modi will visit Israel on Wednesday.

“Thank you, my friend, Prime Minister Netanyahu. I fully agree with you on the bond between India and Israel as well as the diverse nature of our bilateral relations. India deeply values the enduring friendship with Israel, built on trust, innovation and a shared commitment to peace and progress.

“Looking forward to our discussions during my upcoming Israel visit,” he said.

In a post on X on Sunday morning, Netanyahu spoke about the historic visit of “my dear friend”, Prime Minister Modi, to Israel on Wednesday.

He said the bond between Israel and India is a powerful alliance between two global leaders.

“We are partners in innovation, security, and a shared strategic vision. Together, we are building an axis of nations committed to stability and progress,” he said.

Netanyahu said that from artificial intelligence to regional cooperation, the partnership between India and Israel continues to reach new heights.

“Looking forward to seeing you in Jerusalem, PM Modi!” he said. PTI ACB DIV DIV

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