Netanyahu invites Modi to light an Independence Day torch in Israel alongside an Indian pilot as both leaders cite joint action against terrorism

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said he had spoken with his friend, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and invited him to light an Independence Day torch in Israel alongside a heroic Indian pilot.

Modi thanked Netanyahu for the invitation, saying India and Israel are fighting terrorism together on the ground and in the air. He also praised the two countries’ strong, longstanding ties.