BY AMREEN AHMAD [ Student of Jamia Hamdard]
In a heartfelt response to the recent tragedy in Rafah, India has expressed profound sorrow over the civilian casualties resulting from an Israeli airstrike on a displacement camp. The incident, which occurred in an evacuation area west of Rafah, claimed the lives of at least 45 people, prompting a strong reaction from New Delhi. During a weekly press briefing, external affairs ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal conveyed India’s deep concern over the incident. Jaiswal mentioned:- heartbreaking loss of civilian lives in the displacement camp in Rafah is a matter of deep concern,” . He underscored that Israel has accepted responsibility for what they termed a tragic accident and announced an investigation into the incident.
India’s stance on the Israel-Palestine conflict remains steadfast, with Jaiswal reiterating the nation’s long-standing support for a two-state solution. “India was one of the first countries to recognize the state of Palestine in the late 1980s, and we have long supported a two-state solution which entails the establishment of a sovereign, viable, and independent state of Palestine within recognized and mutually agreed borders, living side by side with Israel in peace,” he stated.
This commitment to the Palestinian cause has been a cornerstone of India’s foreign policy for decades. The external affairs ministry emphasized the importance of protecting civilian populations and upholding international humanitarian law amid ongoing conflicts. India’s response to the Rafah airstrike highlights its enduring support for peace and justice in the region, calling for both accountability and humanitarian considerations in times of conflict.
