'Israel' backs India’s "right to defend itself" after airstrikes on Pakistan

On Wednesday, the "Israeli" Ambassador to India, Reuven Azar, voiced strong support for the country, saying, "We support India's right to defend itself" following India’s airstrikes on Pakistan Tuesday night.

Israel supports India’s right for self defense. Terrorists should know there’s no place to hide from their heinous crimes against the innocent. #OperationSindoor

—  Reuven Azar (@ReuvenAzar) May 7, 2025

The relationship between the Israeli Occupation and India has been strengthening in recent years, with cooperation on intelligence sharing, military technology, and security.

As of 2022, India stands as "Israel's" largest client for military equipment, accounting for approximately 42.1 percent of all "Israeli" arms exports. "Israel" has become India’s second-largest supplier of military equipment, trailing only behind Russia.

Additionally, trade relations between "Israel" and India have also flourished. By 2022, Israel had spent USD 3.2 billion on crude oil and diamonds from India, further deepening their economic ties. These developments align with India's geopolitical shift in recent years, particularly in the context of the increasing tensions between Iran and "Israel" in 2024.

India, which has traditionally had strong ties with Iran, has gradually moved closer to "Israel", a shift that has been championed by Hindu nationalists in the country.