Arc of India’s ties with Israel

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As Hamas, the militant group ruling the Gaza Strip, mounted one of the most audacious attacks on Israel — many have called it the worst inside the Jewish state’s territory since its creation in 1948 — Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed shock at what he called “terrorist attacks” and conveyed “solidarity with Israel”. While the Ministry of External Affairs is yet to come out with an official statement, the Prime Minister’s words have been seen as siding with Israel. The horrific visuals of civilians being tortured and killed not as “collateral damage” but as “target” have shocked many. New Delhi...