Netanyahu Names India While Responding to ‘Only US Ally’ Remark
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has highlighted India's role as one of Israel's important international partners while responding to remarks that suggested the United States is Israel's only powerful ally.
According to media reports, Netanyahu made the comments after US Vice President JD Vance reportedly described the United States as Israel's only significant ally. Netanyahu disagreed with that characterization, saying Israel also enjoys support and friendship from other countries, including India.
The remarks have drawn international attention because India was specifically mentioned as an example of Israel's broader diplomatic relationships outside Washington.
India and Israel have strengthened bilateral ties over the past several years through cooperation in defence, agriculture, innovation, technology, cybersecurity and trade. The two countries have also expanded collaboration in areas such as water management, startups and scientific research.
While acknowledging the United States as Israel's closest strategic partner, Netanyahu indicated that Israel maintains strong relationships with several nations across different regions. He referred to India among those countries, underlining the importance of diversified international partnerships.
The comments came during discussions surrounding Israel's foreign relations and international support amid ongoing regional developments. They also reflect the broader diplomatic engagement Israel continues to pursue with countries beyond its traditional allies.
India and Israel established full diplomatic relations in 1992. Since then, cooperation between the two nations has grown steadily through high-level visits, defence agreements and economic partnerships. The relationship has expanded further in recent years, with both governments emphasizing collaboration in innovation, security and infrastructure.
Officials have frequently described the India-Israel partnership as one based on shared strategic interests and mutual cooperation. The latest reference by Netanyahu once again places India among the countries regarded as important partners on the global stage.
The reported exchange has also sparked discussion among international observers about Israel's diplomatic network and the evolving nature of its foreign policy relationships. While the United States remains Israel's principal ally, Netanyahu's remarks suggest that Israel also values support from other friendly nations.
Neither Netanyahu's comments nor the reported remarks by JD Vance change the longstanding strategic relationship between the United States and Israel. However, the mention of India has attracted attention due to the growing cooperation between New Delhi and Jerusalem across multiple sectors.
The development highlights India's increasing international profile and its expanding partnerships with countries across the Middle East and other regions.
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