Swapna Kumbar, Bengaluru - Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has once again highlighted the growing warmth in India-Israel relations, saying Israel receives “crazy love” from India at a time when much of the world, according to him, seeks to “delegitimise” the Jewish state. His remarks come amid heightened global debate over Israel’s military actions and diplomatic standing in the Middle East conflict.

Speaking during a recent interaction, Netanyahu praised India’s public and strategic support for Israel, describing the relationship between the two countries as exceptionally strong. He suggested that despite criticism from several international actors over Israel’s military operations and regional policies, India has maintained close ties with Tel Aviv through diplomatic, economic, technological, and defense cooperation. Netanyahu’s comments also reflect the deepening partnership that has expanded significantly over the past decade in areas such as security, agriculture, innovation, and trade.

The remarks have sparked reactions online and in political circles, with supporters viewing them as recognition of India’s growing global influence and balanced foreign policy approach. Critics, however, argue that India continues to face diplomatic pressure to carefully navigate relations in West Asia, especially while maintaining ties with both Israel and Arab nations. India’s strategic relationship with Israel has strengthened steadily regardless of changing global political dynamics, making the partnership one of the most significant geopolitical alignments in the region.

Netanyahu’s comments underline the increasingly close ties between India and Israel at a time of major geopolitical tensions in West Asia. As global divisions over the Middle East conflict continue, the India-Israel partnership remains an important pillar in both countries’ diplomatic and strategic calculations.