Congress Condemns Modi Government's Silence on Israel's Moves in Gaza and West Bank
The Congress party condemned Israel's actions in Gaza and the West Bank, while criticising the Modi government for its silence. Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra accused Israel of genocide and criticized the Indian government's inaction. Israel plans to mobilize reservists and expand settlements in occupied territories.
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The Congress party has sharply criticized Israel's ongoing military operations in Gaza and its approval of a settlement project in the West Bank. Furthermore, the party chastised the Modi government's silence on the matter, calling it unacceptable.
Congress general secretary Jairam Ramesh stated that Israel's plans involve calling up tens of thousands of reservists as part of an expanded operation in Gaza City. He noted that Defence Minister Israel Katz has sanctioned a new phase of operations in Gaza's densely populated regions.
The Congress has unwaveringly opposed Israel's actions, with Priyanka Gandhi Vadra denouncing them as tantamount to genocide. She accused the Indian government of silently endorsing these actions, highlighting the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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