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The Wire
2 days ago
- Politics
- The Wire
As SCO Condemns Israel for Attack on Iran, India Dissociates Itself from Statement
New Delhi: Underscoring its own unwillingness to criticise Israel, India today (June 14) distanced itself from a statement issued by the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO), which strongly condemned Tel Aviv's military strikes on Iran and characterised them as violations of international law and the UN Israeli strikes on June 13 targeted Iranian military and nuclear sites, reportedly killing 78 people, including three senior security officials, the country's top nuclear negotiatior Ali Shamkhani, and causing damage to the Natanz nuclear facility. In response, Iran launched a barrage of ballistic missiles and drones early Saturday, resulting in at least three fatalities and injuring dozens a strongly worded statement today, the SCO said member states had expressed concern and 'strongly condemn' the Israeli strikes.'Such aggressive actions against civilian targets, including energy and transport infrastructure, which have resulted in civilian casualties, are a gross violation of international law and the United Nations Charter. They constitute an infringement on Iran's sovereignty, cause damage to regional and international security, and pose serious risks to global peace and stability,' it said. Iran is also a member of the 10-member grouping. The SCO statement did not indicate that any member had dissociated from it. However, India issued a separate statement almost concurrently, clarifying that it was not part of the SCO's decision-making on this said that its position had been communicated to other SCO members. 'Keeping that in mind, India did not participate in the discussions on the above-mentioned SCO statement,' it noted that India had already articulated in its position on Friday. 'We urge that channels of dialogue and diplomacy be utilised to work towards de-escalation and it is essential that the international community undertake endeavours in that direction,' said the has so far only said that it was 'deeply concerned' at the 'recent developments between Iran and Israel'.The latest MEA statement also noted that External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar had spoken to his Iranian counterpart on Friday, conveying what India described as the international community's 'deep concern' over the situation. He had also urged both sides to avoid further escalation and return to diplomatic channels at the earliest.A day earlier in New York, India abstained on a UN General Assembly resolution calling for a ceasefire in Gaza, marking a reversal from its support for a similar resolution in the same body six months India limited itself to expressing concern, other Asian countries reacted more forcefully to the Israeli foreign minister Takeshi Iwaya issued a statement on Friday condemning Israel's actions in unequivocal terms. The use of military means amid ongoing diplomatic efforts, including US-Iran talks aimed at the peaceful resolution of Iran's nuclear issue, is completely unacceptable and deeply regrettable. The Government of Japan strongly condemns these actions,' he said. While Japan acknowledged Iran's retaliatory response, it did not condemn Tehran, instead expressing concern about the exchange of attacks and calling for also denounced the Israeli strikes, describing them as violations of Iran's sovereignty. 'China is closely following Israel's attacks on Iran and is deeply concerned about the potential grave consequences of the operations,' said Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Lin Jian. He said China opposed actions that 'violate Iran's sovereignty, security and territorial integrity' and called on all sides to avoid further escalation. Beijing currently holds the rotational chairmanship of the Korea expressed 'deep concern over the sharp rise in tensions following Israel's attacks on Iran' and said it 'strongly condemns all actions that destabilize the region'. A foreign ministry spokesperson urged all parties to 'exercise maximum restraint to help de-escalate the situation'.Other Asian countries had more muted responses. Vietnam and the Philippines, both of which have diplomatic relations with Israel, did not issue any public statement. Singapore said it was 'deeply concerned' and urged 'all parties to exercise restraint and to de-escalate'The largest south-east Asian economy, Indonesia, and a country that does not have diplomatic ties with Israel, issued a strong condemnation. Its foreign ministry called Israel's attack on Iran an 'unlawful act' that 'undermines the very foundations of international law'.Malaysian prime minister Anwar Ibrahim posted on X that he condemned 'in the strongest possible terms, the Israeli military strikes in Iran, including targeted attacks that have killed senior Iranian leaders'.'Its clear aim is to sabotage the ongoing negotiations between the United States and Iran. It also comes amid renewed scrutiny of Israel's conduct in Gaza and mounting political pressure on [Israeli Prime Minister] Benjamin Netanyahu,' he wrote.
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First Post
2 days ago
- Politics
- First Post
Operation Sindhu: Flight carrying 100 Indian students evacuated from Iran via Armenia lands in Delhi
Over 100 Indian students evacuated from war-torn Iran landed safely in New Delhi on Thursday under 'Operation Sindhu'. As tensions between Iran and Israel escalate, the students were first moved to Armenia with the help of the Indian Embassy before being flown home. read more The first flight carrying over 100 Indian students evacuated from war-hit Iran landed in New Delhi in the early hours of Thursday. Amid the escalating conflict between Iran and Israel, 110 students were moved from Tehran to Armenia under 'Operation Sindhu', an initiative led by the Indian Embassy. The Jammu and Kashmir Students' Association expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar for initiating the evacuation. 'We remain hopeful that all remaining students will be evacuated soon,' the association said in a statement. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD At the airport, emotional scenes unfolded as anxious parents waited to reunite with their children. Haider Ali, father of 21-year-old MBBS student Maaz Haider, thanked the government for the safe return but urged immediate evacuation of those still stranded in Tehran. 'We are happy the students have come back safely, but others are still in danger,' he said. Parvez Alam, whose son studies in Urmia, recalled the stress his family faced. 'The situation turned serious recently. We thank the Indian government—they moved the students to Armenia and ensured their safety,' the Bulandshahr resident told PTI. Mir Khalif, a medical student who returned on the flight, described the fear they endured. 'Missiles flew over us. Our neighbourhood was bombed. It felt like war,' he said, while expressing hope for the safe return of others still in Iran. Another student, Ali Akbar from Delhi, recounted a chilling moment on their bus journey: 'We saw a missile and a drone crash. Tehran has been devastated. The news coverage is accurate—it's really bad.' Officials said efforts are underway to relocate remaining students to safer zones before further evacuation.
The Hindu
2 days ago
- Politics
- The Hindu
Flight carrying over 100 Indian students, evacuated to Armenia from war-torn Iran, lands in Delhi
The first flight carrying over 100 students, who were evacuated to Armenia from war-torn Iran, landed in Delhi in the early hours on Thursday (June 19, 2025). Amid escalating conflict between Israel and Iran, Indian students in Tehran were moved out of the city, 110 of them crossing the border into Armenia, through arrangements made by the Indian Embassy on Tuesday (June 17, 2025) under 'Operation Sindhu'. Israel-Iran conflict | Updates from June 19, 2025 The Jammu and Kashmir Students' Association thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi and External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar for launching the evacuation effort. "We remain hopeful that all remaining students will be evacuated soon," the association said in a statement.
India Gazette
4 days ago
- Business
- India Gazette
Global South feels strong desire for change in the world order
S. Jaishankar has said there are rising voices in the BRICS+ nations condemning the unfairness of global affairs Indian Foreign Minister S. Jaishankar has said that "strong sentiments" in the Global South regarding the perceived unfairness of the present international order are fueling a desire for change, according to the news agency AFP. Jaishankar's statement, made on Sunday, came ahead of the G7 Summit in Canada where Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is one of the invitees representing the Global South. "There are very strong feelings in the Global South about the inequities of the international order, the desire to change it, and we are very much part of that," he said. The Indian foreign minister added that it is important for New Delhi to make its presence felt at the Canada summit. "We have been an outreach country in the G7 for many years, and I think it brings benefits to the G7," he said. The G7, or Group of Seven, is an informal intergovernmental forum which was established in the mid-1970s consisting of seven of the world's most advanced economies: Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom, and the United States. While not a member, India plays an important role in the G20, an expanded group which was established in 1999. BRICS, an intergovernmental organization established in 2009 by Brazil, Russia, India, and China (as BRIC), with South Africa joining in 2010, is widely seen as representative of the Global South. The group later expanded to include Egypt, the United Arab Emirates, Ethiopia, Indonesia and Iran. Vietnam recently joined the bloc as a partner country. The original five countries are all members of the G20, where they are seen as a counterweight to the G7. India's active trade involvement with Russia and other members of BRICS, particularly in sectors such as oil and defense, has drawn the ire of G7 countries such as the US. Recently, US Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick said while addressing the eighth US-India Strategic Partnership Forum that India's participation in the group, which challenges the hegemony of the US dollar, is "not really the way to make friends and influence people in America." The original five BRICS countries overtook their G7 counterparts in share of the world's total gross domestic product (GDP) in terms of purchasing power parity in 2018, according to the German online platform Statista. The current BRICS members now account for 35 percent of the world's GDP, compared to 30 percent held by the G7 countries, according to Statista.
Hans India
4 days ago
- Politics
- Hans India
Indian Students Safely Relocated from Tehran As Iran-Israel Conflict Worsens
As hostilities between Iran and Israel intensify, the Indian government has taken proactive steps to ensure the safety of its citizens residing in Iran. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) announced that Indian students in Tehran have been moved to safer locations, and several Indian nationals have been assisted in leaving Iran through its land border with Armenia. Over the weekend, in response to escalating Israeli airstrikes on Tehran—including a hit on the headquarters of Iran's state-run television—Indian authorities began relocating students from the capital. The MEA confirmed these evacuations were arranged by the Indian embassy, though exact numbers or destinations remain undisclosed. Approximately 4,000 Indian nationals currently live in Iran, nearly half of whom are students, mostly from Jammu and Kashmir pursuing medical and professional degrees. Buses were deployed to move them from universities in cities like Tehran, Shiraz, and Qom to safer zones. Additionally, Indian nationals with independent travel means have been advised to leave Tehran as a precaution. External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar also spoke with his Armenian counterpart to coordinate safe passage amid the closure of Iranian airspace. The Indian embassy continues to maintain close contact with the Indian community and may issue further advisories depending on how the situation develops. This effort gained urgency after concerned parents in Srinagar held protests demanding the safe return of their children from Iran. Meanwhile, the Iran-Israel conflict has entered its fifth consecutive day. Iran is reportedly preparing for a large-scale retaliatory strike after an Israeli attack killed three people at a state TV facility. Israel claims to have intercepted 30 Iranian drones overnight. U.S. President Donald Trump, who unexpectedly exited the G7 summit in Canada, posted a social media alert urging an immediate evacuation of Tehran, amplifying global concerns of a full-scale war. With over nine million Indian citizens residing in West Asia, the Indian government has called for de-escalation and urged both nations to resolve differences through diplomacy and dialogue.
