Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Wednesday hoped that Prime Minister Narendra Modi would refer to the humanitarian crisis in Gaza in his forthcoming address at Israel's Parliament, the Knesset, and urge the dispensation of justice to the affected people.
Priyanka Gandhi Vadra made the comments ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's two-day visit to Israel, where he would hold talks with top Israeli leaders and address the lawmakers.
Priyanka Gandhi's appeal ahead of Israel visit
In a post on X, Priyanka Gandhi urged the Prime Minister to raise the issue while speaking before Israeli legislators.
In a post on X, she said, "I hope that the Hon Prime Minister @narendramodi ji mentions the genocide of thousands of innocent men, women and children in Gaza while addressing the Knesset on his upcoming trip to Israel and demands justice for them."
She further said that India's global role has historically been guided by moral principles and should continue to reflect those values.
According to her post, India has, throughout its history as an independent nation, stood for what is right and must continue to "show the light of truth, peace and justice to the world".
I hope that the Hon Prime Minister @narendramodi ji mentions the genocide of thousands of innocent men, women and children in Gaza while addressing the Knesset on his upcoming trip to Israel and demands justice for them. India has stood for what is right throughout our history as…
— Priyanka Gandhi Vadra (@priyankagandhi) February 25, 2026
Modi's visit and diplomatic agenda
Prime Minister Modi's visit, beginning Wednesday, is aimed at strengthening cooperation between India and Israel, particularly in defence and trade sectors. The trip marks his second visit to Israel in nine years.
During his first visit in July 2017, ties between the two countries were elevated to a strategic partnership, a move widely seen as a significant step in deepening bilateral relations.
The upcoming visit is expected to focus on expanding collaboration while reinforcing diplomatic engagement between the two nations.
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Political debate over India's Gaza stance
The Congress has simultaneously criticised the Centre's position on the ongoing conflict in Gaza. On Tuesday, the party alleged that the government had effectively abandoned the Palestinians even as Israeli military operations continue in the region, reported National Herald.
Congress communications in-charge Jairam Ramesh accused the Modi government of making "cynical and hypocritical" statements regarding its commitment to the Palestinian cause while, in practice, moving away from it.
The comments reflect an intensifying domestic political debate over India's diplomatic approach as the Prime Minister prepares for high-level engagements in Israel and his address at the Knesset.
