Evening Brief: India Calls Rafah Killings Heartbreaking, Cong Attacks Modi Over Poll Campaign and More
India Calls Rafah Killings “Heartbreaking”; Congress Attacks Modi Over Poll Campaign
India has expressed deep concern over the loss of civilian lives in the Rafah displacement camp in Gaza, following Israeli strikes that resulted in at least 45 Palestinian deaths, including many displaced individuals. The incident has sparked outrage and solidarity on social media, with the hashtag “All eyes on Rafah” gaining traction and being shared by millions worldwide.
In response to recent recognition of Palestine by Ireland, Norway, and Spain, India reaffirmed its support for Palestinian statehood and a two-state solution. The Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson, Randhir Jaiswal, emphasized the need for peace and stability in the region.
Meanwhile, Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi for focusing on divisive rhetoric in his election campaign instead of addressing key issues like inflation and unemployment. Kharge pointed out that Modi had mentioned the ‘mandir’ 421 times, his own name 758 times, and terms like Muslim, Pakistan, and minorities 224 times in the last 15 days, but failed to address pressing economic concerns.
As the political landscape heats up in India, stay tuned for more updates on the ongoing general elections and the latest developments in the region.
