On Wednesday, a peculiar situation unfolded in the Israeli Knesset when opposition members staged a walkout just before Prime Minister Narendra Modi's address. This protest was not aimed at PM Modi but targeted at Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and the Speaker of the Knesset, Amir Ohana, due to a controversial decision that excluded the President of the Supreme Court from attending the special session addressed by Modi, which the opposition deemed a "violation of constitutional decorum." Subsequently, the opposition chose to boycott Netanyahu's speech during that session.

However, as the time for PM Modi's address approached, a notable turn of events occurred when the opposition leader, Yair Lapid, led fellow members back into the Knesset. Upon their return, Lapid made a point to shake hands with PM Modi, publicly clarifying that their earlier walkout had no relation to him. He emphasized India's steadfast support for Israel, stating, "All of Israel admires your leadership and standing with us in times of crisis; the bond between India and Israel is eternal."

This incident highlights the complexities of Israeli domestic politics and the opposition's significant concerns regarding their governing bodies. The fact that the opposition members chose to return for Modi's speech illustrates the importance they place on the relationship with India and underscores the diplomatic significance Modi's visit holds amidst the ongoing tensions and political climate in Israel.