India and Israel are increasingly aligning in their approach to counter-terrorism, focusing on operational cooperation, deterrence, and minimizing civilian harm, according to a report published in The Algemeiner by geopolitical consultant Paushali Lass.

The report notes that both countries face similar security challenges, including cross-border terrorism, attacks targeting civilians, and adversaries using human shields. In response, India and Israel have adopted comparable strategies such as precision strikes, intelligence-led operations, and efforts to dismantle terror networks.

Lass draws attention to Israel’s recent observance of Memorial and Independence Days, highlighting the cost of statehood amid persistent security threats. She parallels this with India’s experience, citing last year’s Pahalgam attack, in which Pakistan-based terrorists killed 26 civilians. The incident, she argues, underscored the deliberate targeting of non-combatants to spread fear and destabilize society.

India’s response, referred to as Operation Sindoor, marked a strategic shift. Among other steps, New Delhi suspended key provisions of the Indus Waters Treaty, signaling a tougher stance against cross-border terrorism. Lass notes that such measures align with international legal provisions that allow treaty adjustments under significant changes in circumstances.

Despite similarities in threat perception and response, the report highlights contrasting global reactions. Israel often faces sustained international criticism, particularly over the Palestinian issue, while India’s actions have drawn comparatively limited scrutiny.

The analysis also emphasizes the growing importance of information strategy. India, Lass writes, has focused on presenting outcomes clearly while countering disinformation, an area where Israel could strengthen its approach.

Concluding, the report stresses that counter-terrorism requires global cooperation. Enhanced intelligence sharing with partners in Europe and the United States, along with coordinated efforts to address both physical and informational threats, will be essential for both nations moving forward.