Congress Accuses Modi Of Trump Appeasement, Says Pakistan Role In US-Iran Signing A Setback For India

Congress Criticizes Modi Amid US-Iran Agreement

In a sharp critique, Congress leaders have accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of appeasing the United States, following Pakistan's announcement of a memorandum of understanding (MOU) between the US and Iran aimed at easing tensions in the Gulf. This development comes on the heels of a meeting between Modi and President Trump at the G7 Summit, where Trump commended Modi, claiming that the India-US partnership is stronger than ever.

Congress leader Jairam Ramesh pointed out that Pakistan's role as a facilitator in the US-Iran agreement has significantly enhanced its geopolitical standing, which he juxtaposed with the "international isolation" Pakistan faced after the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks under the previous Congress administration. He stated,

The truth is that it is being called the Islamabad MOU, which reflects Pakistan's new regional status and global influence. This is the same Pakistan that Dr. Manmohan Singh isolated on the global stage after the November 2008 Mumbai terror attacks.

Ramesh further argued that this agreement represents a substantial setback to Modi's foreign policy, suggesting that Pakistan's deeper integration into the West Asian security framework poses serious risks for India. He characterized the MOU as a

definitive defeat

for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, while also accusing Modi of unwavering support for Israel despite rising global criticism of its actions.

He elaborated,

Only PM Modi remains steadfast in support of PM Netanyahu's actions in the region—including in Lebanon, Gaza, and the occupied West Bank. This blind devotion of PM Modi to Israel is costing our country dearly.

Ramesh noted that the US military campaign against Iran earlier this year has failed to meet its objectives, further undermining US and Israeli positions in the region.

According to Ramesh, the MOU bestows significant and unexpected advantages to Iran, highlighting its resilience amid military pressure. He commented,

The MOU offers Iran some highly significant and unexpected gains. Iran has demonstrated its resilience and fighting spirit.

As Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) nations cautiously welcome the agreement, Ramesh warned that they might reassess their relationships with other countries in light of these developments.

The Ministry of External Affairs, in its statement regarding the Modi-Trump meeting, confirmed that the leaders discussed the situation in West Asia, with Modi praising Trump's efforts to restore regional stability. They also reviewed progress on various issues and instructed officials to expedite negotiations on an interim bilateral trade agreement.