India has zero-tolerance approach to terrorism: Ruchira Kamboj reaffirms long-standing relationship with Palestine
India's permanent representative to the United Nations, Ruchira Kamboj, reaffirmed India's long-standing relationship with the Palestinian people and its support for a negotiated two-state solution, adding, «India has a zero-tolerance approach to terrorism.»
Kamboj addressed the United Nations General Assembly on Tuesday, stating, «Let me reaffirm our long-standing relationship with the Palestinian people based on deep-rooted historical and people-to-people ties and our consistent support to the people of Palestine in the endeavour for statehood, peace and prosperity.»
«India has a zero-tolerance approach to terrorism. We also believe that there is a universal obligation to observe international humanitarian law,» she added.
Kamboj further condemned the deaths of civilians and emphasised that that is clearly unacceptable.
«In addressing this humanitarian crisis, it is necessary for all parties to display the utmost responsibility,» she said.
She further asked for collective efforts by the international community that would lead to a de-escalation and the delivery of humanitarian assistance to the people of Palestine.
The humanitarian pauses are a welcome step to ensure the timely and continuous delivery of humanitarian aid, she said.
Moreover, Kamboj highlighted that India has sent 70 tonnes of humanitarian goods, including 16.5 tonnes of medicines and medical supplies.
«We are aware that the immediate trigger was the terror attacks in Israel on October 7, which were shocking and deserve our unequivocal condemnation.
There can be no justification for terrorism and hostage-taking,» she said.
Further expressing concern for the hostages held in Gaza, Kamboj said, «Our thoughts are with those who have been taken as
