'Hugging Netanyahu Is Cowardice': Congress Slams PM Narendra Modi’s Israel Visit

New Delhi: The atmosphere has once again heated up regarding Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Israel. The main opposition party Congress has made sharp attacks on the Prime Minister. Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra posted on X that the image of India is being tarnished by the PM's visit. PM Modi has maintained silence on the atrocities happening in Gaza. He alleged that Narendra Modi stands with Israel but does not say anything on the death of Palestinian children. After Priyanka Gandhi's post, politics has started from both sides.

What did Priyanka Gandhi and Jairam Ramesh say?

Both Priyanka Gandhi and Jairam Ramesh have raised questions against Prime Minister Modi by posting on X. He wrote that thousands of children are being killed in Gaza. Modi ji goes there but does not say a word. India always talked about peace and justice. Now it is shameful to remain silent. There is a need to stand with Palestine.

What is this the main allegation of Congress?

Congress says Modi has come too close to Israel. Their fault is that there is no comment on the attacks taking place in Gaza. India's foreign policy has become one-sided. It is wrong to maintain silence on human rights.

What happened during Modi's visit?

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Netanyahu in Israel. During this, both made agreements on defense and technology. Modi said that India-Israel friendship is strong. Will fight together against terrorism. He made no direct mention of Gaza or Palestine.

What answer did BJP give?

BJP spokesperson said that Congress is doing politics. Modi's foreign policy is balanced. India always wants peace. Relations with Israel are strategic. Congress had raised questions on foreign policy earlier also.

What is the discussion at the international level?

The war in Gaza is dragging on. Thousands of people have been killed. India had earlier given balanced statements. Now questions are being raised on Modi's silence. Many countries have condemned Israel. 

What seems to be the strategy of Congress?

Congress is attacking Modi's foreign policy. Raised human rights and Palestine issue. This seems to be an attempt to woo Muslim voters. The opposition is uniting.

Why is this controversy increasing?

The focus is on Modi's visit to Israel. Violence continues in Gaza. India's image is being affected. The debate is intense on social media. This matter is sparking a new debate on India's foreign policy. Sharp rhetoric continues between Congress and the government. More statements may come in the coming days.