Jerusalem, Feb. 25 -- Celebrating the exceptional personal chemistry and diplomatic synergy between the two nations, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu welcomed his Indian counterpart at the Israeli Parliament, Knesset, describing the relationship as a "wondrous friendship, both personally between the two of us and between our two countries and our peoples."

The leader shared a heartfelt reflection on the reception earlier in the day at the airport.

"Earlier today, my wife Sara and I greeted you at the airport. And just as you came down the steps, we embraced each other. Prime Minister Modi's personal embrace is something special. It's called the Modi hug. It's well known around the world. And when you hug someone, closely, truly, you kn...