Shashi Tharoor on Israel Conflict: "UN Secretary-General's Call for Peace is Reasonable"

Congress MP Shashi Tharoor addresses the criticism surrounding the UN Secretary-General's stance on the Israel conflict, calling it a reasonable and balanced approach.

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Congress MP Shashi Tharoor, known for his diplomatic insights, recently commented on the controversy over the UN Secretary-General’s position regarding the ongoing conflict in Israel. Tharoor expressed that it was "peculiar" to expect the head of a global organization, like the United Nations, to refrain from visiting member states or expressing views that represent the collective interests of all.

"If you're a member of a club, would you tell the head of the club, the chief executive, not to come to you, not to come to your home?" Tharoor asked rhetorically, pointing out the unusual nature of such a request. He described this as an "extreme stand," especially given that the Secretary-General, to his knowledge, had no immediate plans to visit Israel.

Tharoor emphasized that the Secretary-General is obligated to represent the interests of all UN member states and not favor any single nation. In light of the conflict, the UN chief’s call to end the violence at the earliest opportunity was, in Tharoor’s view, "not an unreasonable stand to take."

His comments suggest a strong defense of the Secretary-General's role as a neutral arbiter and reflect Tharoor's belief in the importance of maintaining diplomacy and dialogue, even during periods of intense international conflict. As a seasoned diplomat, Tharoor’s perspective aligns with the broader call for peace and stability in the region.