- By Shivangi Sharma
- Wed, 10 Dec 2025 08:51 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday held a telephone conversation with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, reaffirming India’s zero-tolerance approach towards terrorism and underscoring New Delhi’s firm stance against extremism in all its forms. According to a statement from the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO), the two leaders discussed ways to deepen the India–Israel Strategic Partnership and expressed satisfaction over the steady progress in bilateral ties.
Both leaders strongly condemned terrorism and reiterated their shared commitment to a zero-tolerance policy against terror in all its forms and manifestations. The call came at a time of heightened tensions in West Asia and growing international focus on regional security.
The leaders also exchanged views on the current situation in West Asia. During the conversation, PM Modi reaffirmed India’s support for efforts aimed at achieving a “just and durable peace” in the region, including early implementation of the Gaza Peace Plan. Both leaders agreed to remain in close touch on evolving regional and global developments.
Israel Seeks Hamas Terror Tag'
The call took place amid renewed diplomatic pressure from Israel for India to officially designate Hamas as a terrorist organisation. An Israeli foreign ministry official said Israel wants India to take a strong stand by formally listing Hamas as a terror group, claiming that Hamas is now working more closely with Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) and other extremist outfits.
Israel earlier urged India to ban Hamas. Lieutenant Colonel Nadav Shoshani, the IDF’s international spokesperson, said that India and Israel “share the same enemy” and that a formal designation would send a strong message. He added that such a step would go beyond financial restrictions and travel bans, reflecting a clear understanding of the threat posed by Hamas.
