Congress MP Shashi Tharoor recently clarified his stance on Hamas after social media controversy erupted. Israel’s former ambassador to India, Daniel Carmon, criticized Tharoor for not labeling Hamas a terrorist group. In response, Tharoor emphasized India’s official position, stating that India has not designated Hamas as a terrorist organization. While the US and Israel classify Hamas as a terrorist entity, India refrains from doing so.
Tharoor cautioned against hastily adopting the “terrorist organization” label from other countries. His clarification came amid a wave of reactions on social media. Tharoor also expressed concern and support for friends in Israel during these challenging times.
He condemned Hamas’s attacks on Israel but stressed the importance of considering the broader context of the Israel-Hamas conflict. He pointed to the tragic circumstances of Hamas’s surprise attack during an Israeli national holiday, resulting in civilian casualties, including children and the elderly.
The Congress party’s stance on the Israel-Palestine issue remains rooted in supporting dialogue to fulfill the legitimate aspirations of the Palestinian people. The party has called for an immediate ceasefire and affirmed its support for the Palestinian people’s rights to land, self-government, and dignified living.
As the Israel-Hamas conflict unfolds, discussions continue on the classification of Hamas, reflecting the complexity of the situation.
