How Modi ‘broke down walls’ between India, Israel – at Palestine’s expense

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In recent years, India's foreign policy has undergone significant changes, particularly in its relationship with Israel. Under Prime Minister Narendra Modi, India has found a new friend in Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, despite Israel's contentious history with Palestine. This development has raised concerns about India's long-standing support for the Palestinian cause.

Historically, India has been a vocal supporter of the Palestinian people, but Modi's government has taken a more pragmatic approach, engaging in diplomatic and economic ties with Israel. This shift in policy has been seen as a significant departure from India's traditional stance on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

Meanwhile, in Australia, a decades-old cold case is being revisited. The disappearance of three-year-old Cheryl Grimmer from Fairy Meadow beach in Wollongong in January 1970 has been a source of anguish for her family for over 55 years. Despite extensive searches and a suspect being charged with her abduction and murder in 2017, the case remains unsolved.

The suspect's trial collapsed after his teenage confession was ruled inadmissible, and prosecutors dropped the case. However, after public pressure, including from Grimmer's family, the New South Wales (NSW) director of public prosecutions has agreed to conduct a special review of the decision.

Sally Dowling, the NSW director of public prosecutions, wrote to Grimmer's family stating that although the normal time limit for families to request a review had expired, she had agreed to look into the case again. This development has brought new hope to the family, who have been seeking justice for their loved one for over five decades.

While these two developments may seem unrelated, they highlight the complexities of international relations and the importance of revisiting unresolved cases. In the case of India and Israel, the strengthening of ties has significant implications for the region and the Palestinian people. In the case of Cheryl Grimmer, the reopening of her cold case brings hope to her family and serves as a reminder of the importance of perseverance in seeking justice.

As the world continues to evolve, it is essential to examine the intricacies of international relations and the impact of policy decisions on various communities. The developments in India and Australia serve as a reminder of the complexities of global politics and the importance of accountability and justice.

Sources:

• "How Modi ‘broke down walls’ between India, Israel – at Palestine’s expense"
• "Australian prosecutors consider reopening British girl's cold case disappearance"