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Knesset Medal

The Medal of the Knesset (Hebrew: עיטור הכנסת, Itur HaKnesset) is an Israeli state decoration awarded by the Speaker of the Knesset, the legislative body of Israel.

The Medal of the Knesset is awarded to individuals for "significant contributions to the State of Israel and the Jewish people". It is awarded by the Speaker of the Knesset, the legislative body of Israel. The medal depicts the emblem of Israel, the Knesset building, and the Knesset Plenum. It is made of gold-plated bronze and is engraved with the phrase "Hast crowned him with glory and honor" from Psalms 8:6. The ribbon is silver and blue and features the Star of David.
 
 

Knesset Speaker Amir Ohana bestowed the decoration to Indian prime minister Narendra Modi

The Medal of the Knesset was first awarded on 25 February 2026 when Speaker Amir Ohana bestowed the decoration to Indian prime minister Narendra Modi. He issued the award for Modi having "significantly strengthened the ties between India and Israel and deepened the strategic cooperation between the countries"