India: From Palestine Ally To ‘Blessing’ On Netanyahu’s UN Map

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India-West News Desk

NEW YORK, NY – On September 27 at the United Nations General Assembly in New York, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu displayed two symbolic maps. In his right hand, a map of the Middle East highlighted countries like Iran, Iraq, Syria, and Yemen in black, labeling them “The Curse.” In his left hand was a map of nations colored green, such as Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Sudan—and notably, India—dubbed “The Blessing.” Notably absent from the maps was any mention of Palestine, a stark omission that drew attention.

India’s inclusion in the “blessing” category signals its shifting relationship with Israel, particularly under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership. While India has long supported Palestinian self-determination, its ties with Israel have deepened in recent years. Cooperation in defense, technology, and intelligence has flourished, reflecting a strategic realignment in India’s foreign policy. This growing partnership has not only reshaped India’s stance in the Middle East but also aligned it more closely with Israel on key issues, even as New Delhi continues to balance its traditional relationships in the region.