New Delhi, Feb. 25 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi has achieved a rare diplomatic milestone by becoming the first leader to receive Israel's highest parliamentary honour, the Speaker of the Knesset Medal. The honour further highlights his rare distinction of being recognised with top awards by both Israel and Palestine, following his receipt of the Grand Collar of the State of Palestine in 2018.

On Wednesday (February 25), PM Modi was conferred the Speaker of the Knesset Medal - the highest honour of the Israeli Parliament - by Knesset Speaker Amir Ohana. He is the first leader to receive this medal, awarded for his "exceptional contribution" to strengthening strategic relations between India and Israel.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin ...