26.02.2026 12:40
Narendra Modi, on an official visit to Israel, was welcomed by Netanyahu in Tel Aviv. As soon as he got off the plane, Modi embraced Netanyahu and shared photos from those moments with the note "I felt a great honor." However, Modi's post was met with a barrage of criticism even from his own people.
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi landed in Tel Aviv as part of his official visit to Israel. At Ben Gurion Airport, Modi was welcomed by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his wife Sara Netanyahu. The warm images of the duo drew attention.
"I WAS GREATLY HONORED"
In a statement on social media regarding the visit, Modi said, "I have landed in Israel. I was greatly honored to be welcomed by Prime Minister Netanyahu and Mrs. Netanyahu at the airport. I look forward to having bilateral meetings that will strengthen India-Israel friendship and achieving fruitful results."
"WE ARE ASHAMED OF YOU" COMMENTS
As soon as he got off the plane and embraced Netanyahu, Modi's post on social media was bombarded with criticism. Even Indian social media users reacted to Modi by commenting, "We are ashamed of you for this attitude," referring to what Israel has done in Gaza.
Here are a few of the comments made;