Farooq, while talking to media persons at Katra, suggested that the Indian government should give its official stance on the issue, adding that similar interventions had taken place in other countries as well.
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National Conference (NC) president Farooq Abdullah on Thursday asked the government of India to clearly state its position on the ongoing conflict involving the United States, Israel and Iran, warning that the situation could have serious global repercussions.
Farooq, while talking to media persons at Katra, suggested that the Indian government should give its official stance on the issue, adding that similar interventions had taken place in other countries as well. He cautioned that the escalating tensions could even trigger a wider global conflict if not handled carefully.
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The NC chief strongly criticised the US-Israel strikes on Iran, asserting that no country has the authority to impose control over another sovereign state. He also said it was the responsibility of the Government of India to clarify its stance on the escalating conflict between Iran and Israel.
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Farooq said Iran is an independent nation and that the attack by the United States was unjustified. He maintained that invading another country is wrong and warned against attempts by powerful nations to dominate others. Referring to past instances, he also accused the US of similar actions in countries such as Venezuela and described the situation as unfortunate.
He warned that the consequences of the ongoing conflict could be felt across the world. According to him, if the situation continues to worsen, it could potentially lead to a much larger global crisis. He cautioned that such tensions might escalate further and even trigger a Third World War, stressing that the matter must be handled with great responsibility.
Commenting on public reactions, Farooq said there was anger among Muslims over the developments.
He alleged that the United States intends to take control of Iran, warning that such a move would have serious consequences.
Meanwhile, PDP chief Mehbooba Mufti said that Farooq’s statement has come a full week after the strikes, after thousands have already died and after the killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader.
“Iran, for decades, has consistently supported India on key foreign policy issues, including on Kashmir. The Centre’s current position clearly marks a departure from India’s traditional stance”, she said in a post on X.
Slamming the NC government in J&K, she said “What is even more troubling is the silence of J&K’s own government. Chief Minister Omar Abdullah and Farooq Abdullah himself have avoided a clear and strong condemnation. Instead of calling out Israel’s attack, the National Conference statement simply described the Iran strike as a recent development.”
“If the NC government truly stands with the people, why not pass a clear and official resolution through the cabinet? Why shift the discussion to the party office for a vague statement when the government itself has the authority to speak with clarity and conviction?”
“At moments like these, as the Chief Minister of India’s only Muslim-majority region, Omar Abdullah had an opportunity to show moral clarity, to stand in solidarity with the people and victims in Iran and send a message from Jammu & Kashmir that injustice and aggression cannot be ignored. Silence in the face of such tragedy only raises deeper questions”, Mehbooba added.
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