India has taken a decisive step toward cementing its status as a global military and technological power by signing a landmark defense cooperation agreement with Israel on November 4, 2025. The agreement, announced by India’s Defense Ministry, marks a significant expansion of the two nations’ strategic partnership, with a focus on co-development and co-production of advanced military systems. This move comes as India simultaneously deepens defense ties with the United States, signaling its growing influence on the global security stage.

The agreement was signed in Tel Aviv during a joint working group on defense cooperation, co-chaired by Indian Defense Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh and Israeli Defense Ministry director general Maj. Gen. (Res) Amir Baram. According to the official statement, the pact will facilitate the “sharing of advanced technology” and promote collaborative development of cutting-edge military hardware.

Although New Delhi did not release specific details immediately, media reports indicate that India will acquire rockets for its ground forces and medium-range surface-to-air missile defense systems developed by Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI), at a reported cost of around $3.75 billion. Additionally, IAI will convert six commercial aircraft into air refueling platforms for the Indian Air Force for $900 million. These acquisitions are expected to significantly boost India’s defensive and strategic capabilities, particularly in areas of air defense and operational mobility.

The timing of the deal coincided with Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar’s visit to New Delhi. During discussions with Indian External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, Sa’ar hailed India as a “global superpower” and emphasized the unprecedented strength of Indo-Israel ties. Jaishankar underscored the long-standing trust and reliability in the partnership,........

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