The time has come for India to declare Hamas as a terrorist group, said Israeli envoy Naor Gilon in New Delhi on Wednesday. Speaking at a special briefing with the media, Mr. Gilon said that economic projects like I2U2 and IMEC will remain on track and that Israeli economy will remain unaffected by the ongoing conflict.
“India is a very close ally and India is a very important moral voice in the world. When it comes to terrorism, India is also coming from the point of view of someone who knows what they are talking about as it has been a victim of terrorism for so many years. The democracies of the world are with us. I think it is time for India to officially designate Hamas as a terror organisation. Many countries – EU, U.S., Canada, Australia – have already done that,” said Mr. Gilon, explaining the international support system.
India has described the October 7 attack by Hamas as a “terror attack” while extending support to Israel against terrorism. At the same time, India has reiterated its support for the two-state solution and the creation of an independent Palestinian state. Ambassador Gilon said he has spoken to “relevant authorities here” regarding declaring Hamas as a terror group.
