Tel Aviv, February 26: During Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi‘s visit to Israel, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu surprised him by hosting a dinner in traditional Indian attire. Modi expressed his admiration for Netanyahu’s choice of clothing, calling it a symbol of respect for India’s rich cultural heritage.
In a response on the social media platform X, Modi reposted Netanyahu’s picture, stating, “Truly wonderful. Your love for Indian clothing reflects your respect for our country’s rich culture and traditions.”
Netanyahu was seen wearing a light gray Nehru jacket as he warmly welcomed Modi. He shared a video on X, where Modi could be heard saying, “This is an Indian dress.”
Sharing the moment on social media, Netanyahu wrote, “Before our joint dinner, I surprised my friend Prime Minister Modi by wearing traditional Indian attire.”
Modi’s visit also showcased diplomatic gestures, with a photograph of both prime ministers seated in the same car circulating online.
During the visit, Modi received Israel’s highest honor, with Israeli lawmakers standing to greet him. Many members of the Knesset rushed to take photos with him.
In his address to the parliament, Netanyahu mentioned the famous “Modi hug.” He remarked, “Prime Minister Modi’s personal embrace is something special. It’s known as the ‘Modi hug’ and is famous worldwide. When you hug someone closely, you know it’s genuine, not just for show.”
Netanyahu added, “This gesture signifies not just our personal relationship and friendship, but truly reflects the warmth between our two peoples. As you know, India is a significant power with nearly 1.5 billion people. Israel is smaller, but it is also a great power in its own right, capable of miracles.”
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