Tel Aviv, Oct. 20 -- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday extended Diwali wishes to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and India.

Netanyahu said that India and Israel stood together always.

In a post on X, the Israel Prime Minister's Office posted, "PM Netanyahu: "Wishing my friend Narendra Modi and the people of India a very Happy Diwali! May the Festival of Lights bring hope, peace and prosperity to your great nation. Israel & India stand together. Partners in innovation, friendship, defence and a brighter future"."

https://x.com/IsraeliPM/status/1980290843102888097

The official account of the State of Israel also extended Diwali greetings.

"As millions across India light their diyas to celebrate the victory of light over ...