Tel Aviv, Feb. 25 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday arrived in Tel Aviv for a two-day state visit to Israel at the invitation of his Israeli counterpart Benjamin Netanyahu, aimed at further strengthening the "robust and multifaceted Strategic Partnership" between the two nations.

On arrival at Ben Gurion Airport, Modi received a Guard of Honour. Netanyahu, accompanied by his wife Sara Netanyahu, personally welcomed the Prime Minister, reflecting the close personal rapport shared by the two leaders. The two Prime Ministers exchanged a warm hug upon arrival.

Israeli Ambassador to India, Reuven Azar, was also present among those receiving PM Modi.

Ahead of his departure, PM Modi, in a statement, described the visit as an opport...