Brief by Short91 Newsdesk / 04:25pm on 16 Nov 2023,Thursday India Global
India reiterates its call for de-escalation in the Israel-Hamas conflict, emphasizing adherence to international humanitarian law amidst rising civilian casualties. External Affairs Ministry spokesperson Arindam Bagchi, in a weekly briefing, stated India's intention to send additional humanitarian assistance to the Palestinian people. Responding to Israeli troops' actions at Gaza's Al-Shifa hospital, Bagchi emphasized India's consistent stance on avoiding civilian casualties, observing humanitarian law, and supporting relief efforts. India strongly condemned both Hamas attacks on Israel and the October 7 terrorist incident, reaffirming zero tolerance for terrorism and advocating for the hostages' immediate release.
