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India abstains on UNHRC resolution proposing to probe Gaza violence

Among other countries that abstained are France, Italy, Japan, Nepal, Netherlands, Poland and South Korea

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UNHRC decided to create an open-ended international investigation into violations surrounding the latest Gaza violence, and into the

BS Web Team New Delhi
India has abstained on a resolution at the UN Human Rights Council (UNHRC) to set up a Commission of Inquiry on human rights violations during violence blamed on Israel in Palestinian territory, said a diplomat on Thursday night.

New Delhi's decision to abstain from voting indicates a slight shift to strike a balance between its traditionally strong support to the cause of Palestine and its growing relations with Israel, reported the 'Indian Express'.

Among other countries that abstained are France, Italy, Japan, Nepal, Netherlands, Poland and South Korea.

"India abstains on resolution at UNHRC to set up Commission of Inquiry