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Restraint vs Outrage: Congress Divide Exposed Again As Shashi Tharoor Backs Modi Govt On Iran Crisis

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Restraint vs Outrage: Congress Divide Exposed Again As Shashi Tharoor Backs Modi Govt On Iran Crisis

| Mar 20, 2026, 03:13:54 PM | TOI.in

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India’s response to the West Asia crisis has triggered an internal political debate, with Shashi Tharoor breaking ranks to support the Centre’s cautious stance. Contradicting Sonia Gandhi, who called the silence on Iran an abdication, Tharoor described it as strength and responsible diplomacy. He stressed that restraint is essential to safeguard India’s interests in a volatile region involving Iran, Israel and the United States. With global tensions rising, India is avoiding direct positioning while maintaining strategic balance. Supported by leaders like Manish Tewari, this approach reflects a broader consensus beyond party lines. The debate now raises a key question — should India prioritise moral statements or national interest? In a fragile geopolitical climate, New Delhi’s silence may be its strongest message.

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