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Congress Condemns Modi’s Silence on Gaza, Cites His Backing of Trump’s 20-Point Plan

Modi this week endorsed President Trump’s Gaza proposal, calling it a viable path to peace.

Overview

  • Congress leader Jairam Ramesh accused the Prime Minister of "extreme moral cowardice" for what he called complete silence on mass civilian deaths in Gaza.
  • Ramesh said Modi has welcomed President Trump’s 20-point plan to appease Trump and align with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
  • On Tuesday, Modi praised the plan in a post on X as a viable route to long-term peace, security and development in West Asia.
  • Ramesh questioned where Palestinians fit in the proposed governance system and asked for a clear roadmap to a full-fledged Palestinian state.
  • Congress figures, including Pawan Khera, pressed for accountability for what they term genocide and highlighted that 157 UN members recognize Palestinian statehood, noting India’s 1988 recognition.