Reiterating New Delhi’s “strong” condemnation of civilian death, Kamboj noted that the “immediate trigger” for the Gaza conflict was “the terror attacks in Israel on October 7, which were shocking and deserve our unequivocal condemnation”.
India on Monday reiterated its call for an “immediate de-escalation and eschewing of violence” in Gaza, release of all hostages and following negotiation for the only way out, two-state solution. During a debate on the US veto last month of a Security Council resolution calling for an immediate humanitarian ceasefire, India’s Permanent Representative Ruchira Kamboj told the UN General Assembly on Monday put forth country’s stance on the issue.
“In order to arrive at a lasting solution, we urge for an immediate de-escalation and eschewing of violence,” she said, adding “the release of all hostages, avoiding provocative and escalatory actions and to work towards creating conditions for an early resumption of direct peace negotiations”.
She held it “unacceptable” that civilian lives, especially women and children suffering as the consequence of the war leading to an unwanted “humanitarian crisis”.
Reiterating New Delhi’s “strong” condemnation of civilian death, Kamboj noted that the “immediate trigger” for the Gaza conflict was “the terror attacks in Israel on October 7, which were shocking and deserve our unequivocal condemnation”.
“India has a longstanding and uncompromising position against terrorism in all its forms and manifestations,” she said.
She said it was critical to prevent further escalation of violence and hostilities. “It is imperative to avoid the loss of civilian lives in any conflict situation. International law and international humanitarian law must be respected under all circumstances,” Kamboj further added.