PM Modi Makes History: Israel Awards Highest Honor After Palestine

PM Modi Makes History: Israel Awards Highest Honor After Palestine

Jerusalem, February 25, 2026
PM Narendra Modi became the first Indian PM—and rare global leader—honored with top civilian awards from both Israel and Palestine. Israel’s Knesset conferred the new “Speaker of the Knesset Medal” post his address.​

Award Significance

Presented by Speaker Amir Ohana: Recognizes Modi’s leadership elevating India-Israel strategic ties in defense, tech, security. Modi joins elite list after 2018 Palestinian “Grand Collar of the State.”​

Knesset Address Highlights

• Echoed “Modi-Modi” chants, standing ovation.

• “We understand your pain” on Oct 7 Hamas attack; India stands firm against terror.

• PM Netanyahu: “More than friend, a brother.” Modi stressed India’s inclusive history for Jews, Gaza peace/justice.​

Historic feat underscores balanced diplomacy amid West Asia tensions.

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