Days after three Indian seafarers were killed in American strikes in Oman, top Indian opposition leaders Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge have strongly condemned the United States for the incident. In a series of posts on social media, they expressed grief over the loss of lives and criticized the US for its lack of remorse and continued aggressive posture.
Rahul Gandhi's Strong Response
Rahul Gandhi, the leader of the Indian National Congress, took to X (formerly Twitter) to express his outrage. He noted that days after the killings, there was no apology or regret from the US. Instead, the US continued to issue orders. He quoted the US statement: "Follow US military orders immediately. No violation will be tolerated." Gandhi asserted that no independent country would accept such language, implying that India must stand up for its sovereignty.
Mallikarjun Kharge's Condolences
Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge also posted a heartfelt message as the mortal remains of the Indian seafarers arrived in India. He joined the nation in mourning the three Indian sailors. Kharge highlighted that three days had passed since the tragic incident, yet there had been no public statement or even a mention from the US authorities. He called for accountability and expressed solidarity with the families of the victims.
Background of the Incident
The seafarers were killed in American military operations in Oman. The exact circumstances of the strikes remain unclear, but the deaths have sparked outrage in India. Opposition leaders have demanded a thorough investigation and a firm response from the Indian government against the US's actions.
The incident has further strained diplomatic sensitivities, with critics accusing the US of disregarding the lives of foreign nationals. The Indian government is yet to issue an official reaction, but the opposition has ramped up pressure for a strong stance.
