Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh at a bilateral meeting with Director General, Israel Ministry of Defence Major General (Res) Amir Baram in New Delhi
Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh held a bilateral meeting with the Director General, Ministry of Defence, Israel, Major General (Res) Amir Baram in New Delhi on Wednesday (July 23, 2025).
The two sides agreed to further strengthen bilateral defence cooperation with a long-term perspective, according to Union Ministry of Defence (MoD). They agreed to work towards developing an institutional framework for further deepening of defence ties.
The Israeli Director General condemned the terrorist attack in Pahalgam and conveyed full support for India’s fight against terrorism, the MoD added.
The Defence Secretary reiterated India’s zero tolerance approach to terrorism, condemned the October 7, 2023 terrorist attacks in Israel, and called for the release of all hostages.
The two sides also reviewed the progress of the ongoing defence collaboration activities since the previous Joint Working Group meeting held in July 2024 in India.
This visit by the senior Israeli defence official marks a pivotal step in India-Israel defence relations, and reinforces the commitment of both sides to enhance their strategic partnership.
Published – July 23, 2025 10:22 pm IST
