India and Israel Strengthen Strategic Partnership in Phone Call Amid West Asia Tensions

On August 6, 2026, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi received a telephone call from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. The leaders reviewed the progress of the India‑Israel Special Strategic Partnership, reaffirmed their commitment to deepen cooperation across sectors such as artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, semiconductors, quantum computing, agriculture, water management, health, defence, space and emerging technologies, and agreed to remain in regular contact.

Both ministers also exchanged views on the evolving security situation in West Asia, noting the ongoing conflict that has lasted over five months and the latest diplomatic developments surrounding the Strait of Hormuz, where Iran and Oman are finalising a draft shipping‑route agreement. The conversation referenced Modi’s February 2026 state visit to Israel, during which the two countries elevated their ties to a “Special Strategic Partnership for Peace, Innovation and Prosperity” and discussed a pending India‑Israel Free Trade Agreement.

The call underscores the growing strategic alignment between New Delhi and Tel Aviv amid regional instability and highlights the importance of the partnership for both nations’ economic, technological and security interests.