Tel Aviv, June 10 -- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu congratulated Prime Minister Narendra Modi on becoming India's longest-serving continuously elected Prime Minister.

He praised his leadership for transforming India, strengthening India-Israel ties, and helping drive rapid economic growth and poverty reduction.

In a video message, Netanyahu said, "My dear friend Narendra, congratulations on becoming India's longest-serving elected Prime Minister. You've transformed India. You strengthened the bond between India and Israel. And you've earned the admiration of millions and millions around the world. Your leadership has propelled a nation of over 1.4 billion people into one of the fastest-growing economies in the world."

"You'...