Prime Minister Narendra Modi, reiterating India’s
unwavering stand against violence and terrorism, condemned the deaths of
civilians in the ongoing Israel-Hamas war and the horrific attack on October 7.
The Indian Premiere highlighted the urgent need for
unity and cooperation among the Global South in the face of escalating
challenges rising in West Asia due to the conflict.
Speaking at the e inaugural session of the 2nd Voice
of Global South Summit, PM Modi remarked, “We all are seeing that new
challenges are emerging from the events in the West Asia region. India has
condemned the terrorist attack in Israel on October 7.”
He added, “We have exercised restraint as well. We
have given emphasis on dialogue and diplomacy. We also strongly condemn the
deaths of civilians in the conflict between Israel and Hamas.”
“After talking to Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas,
we have also sent humanitarian aid to the people of Palestine. This is the time
when the countries of the Global South should unite for the greater global
good,” PM Modi asserted further.
The Global South refers to a collection of countries, mainly
located in the Southern Hemisphere in Asia, Africa and South America, with
varied levels of economic development.
While these nations do not share identical
characteristics, they often face common challenges such as poverty, inequality,
and limited access to resources.
Over 1,200 Israelis, mostly civilians, were killed
after the Palestinian group Hamas launched a sensational land-sea-air assault
on October 7.
In retaliation, Israel attacked the Gaza Strip – a
Hamas stronghold – with airstrikes, killing over 11,000 people in the densely
populated Palestinian enclave.
NE Watch Desk
