WorldNarendra Modi will become the first Indian prime minister to visit Israel when he arrives on Tuesday, BBC reported. Mr Modi, who recently said India and the Jewish state share a "deep and centuries-old" connection, is expected to agree military and cyber security deals. Observers note he will not travel to Ramallah or meet Palestinian leaders, as visiting dignitaries often do. The visit is seen by some as a turning point on India's position on Israel. Working to modernise its military to counter China and Pakistan, India is now Israel's biggest arms market, thought to be worth about $1bn (£770,000) per year, according to Reuters news agency.

Source: Sunday Times July 04, 2017 05:48 UTC