Israel's Deputy FM talks Iranian threat with Lithuanian counterpart
Tel Aviv, February 8
Israel's Deputy Foreign Minister MK Sharren Haskel met with Deputy Foreign Minister of Lithuania, Taurimas Valystoday, Sunday.
During the meeting, Haskel presented an overview of the security situation and the importance of disarming Hamas as part of the fight against terrorism.
The parties also discussed deepening operations against Iran's Revolutionary Guards, ways to strengthen the fight against growing anti-Semitism in Europe, and expanding cooperation and economic ties between the countries.
— ANI
Reader Comments
The focus on Iran's Revolutionary Guards is crucial. India has its own concerns with regional instability. Hope such discussions also consider the broader impact on global oil prices and trade routes that affect economies like ours. 🇮🇳
"Deepening operations against Iran" sounds like escalation. As a country that values strategic autonomy, India must watch this space carefully. Our foreign policy has to navigate relations with all sides - Israel, Iran, and the Arab world. Tough balancing act!
The discussion on anti-Semitism is important, but it must not overshadow the urgent need for a ceasefire and addressing the Palestinian issue. The term "disarming Hamas" cannot be the only objective; lasting peace requires political solutions. Respectfully, the current approach seems one-sided.
Economic ties expansion is the positive takeaway here. India-Israel defense and tech cooperation has been beneficial. Hope Lithuania and Israel's partnership also creates opportunities for Indian businesses in the region. Global partnerships are key for growth.
Every nation has the right to defend itself, absolutely. But reading this, I can't help but think of the innocent lives caught in the middle. As Indians, our culture emphasizes *ahimsa* (non-violence). Wish diplomatic efforts focused more on dialogue and less on "operations."
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