Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has arrived in Israel for a two-day official visit. Various online sources claim that New Delhi has finalized defense deals worth approximately $8.6 billion with Israel. Some analysts further suggest that Modi is trying to convince the Israeli leadership to set up an advanced drone factory in India.
Meanwhile, Pakistan’s Senate unanimously passed a resolution condemning what it described as provocative remarks by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. According to international media, the Israeli prime minister has proposed the formation of a new “hexagon of alliances” or “six-party” regional security architecture involving India.
Speaking in occupied Jerusalem, former Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett also warned that a new “hostile Sunni axis” consisting of Turkiye, Qatar, the Muslim Brotherhood and Pakistan is emerging, which he characterized as a major strategic threat to Israel. Although such remarks were made in a broader Middle Eastern geopolitical context, Pakistan’s involvement attracted critical attention in light of India’s cordial ties with Israel.
In yet another development, Pakistan and 13 other Muslim-majority countries have jointly condemned the controversial remarks by US Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee, who said Israel has the right to control the areas stretching from the Nile to the Euphrates River.
Speculation on social media has suggested that Israel, which is one of the most prominent founding members, may be given a prominent leadership role in the ‘Peace Agency’. Although no verified evidence corroborates such claims, online discourse has raised concerns about how countries such as Pakistan, which do not recognize Israel, might navigate such a diplomatic arrangement if it were to materialize.
Historically, India maintained close ties with Palestinian leader Yasser Arafat. But over the past decade, the Modi government has visibly deepened defense cooperation with Israel, often framing the partnership in pragmatic security terms.
The deepening defense partnership between India and Israel, Pakistan’s principled pro-Palestinian stance and the rapid spread of conspiracy theories on social media have created an atmosphere where it is increasingly difficult to separate fact from speculation.
From Pakistan’s perspective, any significant improvement in India’s offensive capabilities could potentially alter the regional deterrent equilibrium. Such critical developments may force Islamabad to review aspects of its own defense preparedness. Nevertheless, Pakistan has consistently proven itself to be a responsible nuclear state operating under a strong command and control structure recognized internationally.
In the digital age, we must understand that information spreads instantly, but so do exaggerations and conspiracy theories. Online platforms can amplify unverified claims, shape public opinion and influence political narratives. Therefore, it is very important to distinguish between documented political statements and speculative personal narratives.
In connection with Modi’s ongoing visit to Israel, we must remain strong, composed and vigilant. Our principled support for the Palestinian cause should continue alongside a firm commitment to maintaining regional stability. In my view, Pakistan needs to adopt a measured approach, guided by thoughtful analysis and mature decisions, to effectively deal with emerging challenges on both the defense and diplomatic fronts.
The author is a member of the National Assembly and the Chief Patron of the Pakistan Hindu Council. He tweets/posts @RVankwani
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Originally published in The News
