India Abstains from UN Resolution on Gaza, Reaffirms Support for Two-State Solution

India chose to abstain from a United Nations resolution concerning the Gaza conflict, reiterating its long-standing endorsement of a two-state solution to the Israel-Palestine issue. The decision reflects New Delhi’s balanced diplomatic approach, emphasizing dialogue and peaceful negotiations as the path to resolving tensions in the region.

While India has consistently advocated for Palestinian rights and humanitarian aid, it has also strengthened ties with Israel in recent years, particularly in defense, technology, and counterterrorism. The abstention signals India’s preference for a neutral stance amid complex geopolitical dynamics at the UN.

Officials reiterated India’s commitment to a sovereign, independent Palestine coexisting peacefully with Israel. The government also called for restraint from all parties to prevent further escalation of violence in Gaza.

This move aligns with India’s broader foreign policy strategy, which seeks to maintain strategic partnerships while upholding principles of multilateralism and conflict resolution.