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The Indian government is under fire from the Congress for its tardy condemnation of Israel’s unilateral measures in the West Bank. The country joined 85 other nations in criticizing Israel a full day after they issued a statement at the United Nations.
India had previously taken pride in being one of the earliest to recognize Palestine in 1988. Congress general secretary Jairam Ramesh berated Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his delayed action, labeling it as ‘hypocrisy’ due to his upcoming visit to Israel.
Criticism intensified after Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu broke the news of Modi’s visit, highlighting perceived communication failures in India’s international engagements, and raising concerns about Modi’s stance on Israel’s controversial policies.
(With inputs from agencies.)