Congress Criticizes Modi Over Israel Stance as US-Iran Agreement Emerges
Congress has criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his stance on Israel, while reports indicate the U.S. and Iran are set to sign a hostilities-halting agreement in Geneva.
Congress criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his 'blind devotion to Israel,' arguing that India's national interest requires a more balanced approach to the region. This criticism emerged as reports indicated that the United States and Iran will sign an agreement on June 19 in Geneva to halt hostilities in West Asia, according to The Hindu.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi welcomed the US-Iran understanding on ending the conflict in West Asia. He expressed hope that the agreement's implementation will help restore peace and stability in the region and ensure freedom of navigation and commerce, according to CurrentIndia.com. Modi also stated on X that India looks forward to deliberations on remaining issues reaching a sustainable final agreement.
Congress leader Jairam Ramesh welcomed the news of the US-Iran agreement, according to The Hindu. The diplomatic developments follow a temporary ceasefire announced in April between the U.S. and Iran, which India had welcomed. Pakistan stated that it helped broker that temporary ceasefire, according to CurrentIndia.com.
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