Israel’s Ambassador to India Hosts Iftar in Delhi, Strengthening Ties With Muslims
New Delhi — Israel’s Ambassador to India, Reuven Azar, hosted an Iftar gathering on Wednesday at his residence in New Delhi, bringing together community leaders and diplomats from various nations.
The event, which took place during the holy month of Ramadan, was attended by prominent figures, including Chief Imam Umer Ahmed Ilyasi, as well as ambassadors from several countries, including United Arab Emirates’ Ambassador Abdulnasser Alshaali and Azerbaijan’s envoy.
The official Twitter handle of Israel in India shared moments from the evening, describing it as, “An unforgettable evening at the Ambassador Reuven Azar’s residence, an #Iftar gathering that brought a wonderful group of community leaders and diplomats, all united by good food and music ✨ It is a beautiful reminder of how sharing a feast together can create strong bonds and bring people closer”.
Journalist Ayushi Agarwal from ANI highlighted the significance of the occasion, tweeting, “Israeli ambassador to India Reuven Azar hosts an Iftaar dinner at his residence in New Delhi to celebrate Ramadan. Chief Imam Umer Ahmed Ilyasi, Ambassadors from various countries including the United Arab Emirates’ Abdulnasser Alshaali and Azerbaijan amongst others present at the gathering”.
The Iftar event in New Delhi exemplifies the power of cultural diplomacy, fostering respect, understanding, and unity. It underscores the evolving India-Israel relationship, extending beyond defense and technology to cultural and people-to-people ties. This gathering reaffirms Israel’s commitment to strengthening bonds with India’s Muslim community and enhancing diplomatic ties with Islamic nations.
