New Delhi files appeal against death sentence to eight Indians in Qatar

• External Affairs Ministry has said, further legal steps are being pursued in the matter of death penalty to eight Indians awarded by a Qatar court and an appeal has been filed. The judgement by a Qatar court is confidential and has only been shared with the legal team. He urged everyone not to engage in speculation, considering the sensitive nature of the case.
• On the Israel-Hamas conflict, India urged both the sides to eschew violence, de-escalate the situation and create conditions for an early resumption of direct peace negotiations towards a two-state solution to the Palestine issue. Mr Bagchi said, India has made its position clear on the Hamas-Israel conflict on multiple occasions including during the UN General Assembly debate on October 27. He said, India has strongly condemned the horrific attack on Israel, urged the need for zero tolerance for terrorism and called for immediate and unconditional release of hostages. The Spokesperson said, India has also conveyed its deep concern at the humanitarian crisis in Gaza and the increasing civilian toll and welcomed efforts to de-escalate the situation and provide humanitarian assistance. He said, India has also sent 38 tonnes of humanitarian relief material and emphasised the need for strict observance of international humanitarian law.

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Published date : 10 Nov 2023 05:33PM