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India Backs UN Statement Condemning Israel's West Bank Expansion

2/20/2026

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India initially refrained from signing a UN joint statement condemning Israel's plans to expand control over the West Bank, which 85 countries endorsed.
India later signed the statement, which criticized Israel's actions as violations of international law.
Observers say the shift may relate to Prime Minister Narendra Modi (India)'s upcoming visit to Israel.
Critics, including former diplomats, expressed disappointment.
Modi is urged to address these concerns during his visit.

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India initially refrained from signing a UN joint statement condemning Israel's plans to expand control over the West Bank, which 85 countries endorsed.
India later signed the statement, which criticized Israel's actions as violations of international law.
Observers say the shift may relate to Prime Minister Narendra Modi (India)'s upcoming visit to Israel.
Critics, including former diplomats, expressed disappointment.
Modi is urged to address these concerns during his visit.