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Rahul Gandhi Criticizes PM Modi's Foreign Policy, BJP Responds
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi's foreign policy, describing it as "forced hugs" and suggesting Pakistan became a mediator in relations between Iran and the US, with Modi watching from the sidelines. Gandhi also referred to the RSS and BJP as a "bunch of jokers." The BJP responded by calling Gandhi a "failed comedian" and stating his frustration was visible, with one leader suggesting Gandhi believes he was "born to rule." A specific incident involving Gandhi hugging a Congress leader and referencing Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni's comments also drew attention and debate.
How outlets across the spectrum covered it
L 1 C 15 R 5
- Left (1): The Telegraph (India)
- Centre (15 votes, 18 outlets): Amar Ujala, Business Standard, Dainik Bhaskar, Deccan Herald, Hindustan (Hindi) · Hindustan Times · Mint (HT Media — 1 vote), Jansatta, Mathrubhumi English, Outlook India, Telangana Today, The Economic Times · The Times of India (Times Group — 1 vote), The Free Press Journal, The New Indian Express, The Print, The Statesman, The Tribune
- Right (5 votes, 6 outlets): Aaj Tak · India Today (India Today Group — 1 vote), Dainik Jagran, Republic World, The Pioneer, Times Now
- International (1): Gulf News