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Modi to skip funeral of Iranian Supreme Leader

At a glance

  • Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has refused to attend the funeral of Iran's late Supreme Leader, according to reports on July 4.
  • Some commentary has suggested the decision highlights a "dual policy" in India's foreign relations.
  • Latest Updates In addition to India, reports now indicate that a high-level delegation from the United Arab Emirates (UAE) also did not visit Iran for the…

Story so far: Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has refused to attend the funeral of Iran's late Supreme Leader, according to reports on July 4. Some commentary has suggested the decision highlights a "dual policy" in India's foreign relations.

Latest development: In addition to India, reports now indicate that a high-level delegation from the United Arab Emirates (UAE) also did not visit Iran for the funeral-related events of the late Supreme Leader. Sources: Capital TV

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has refused to attend the funeral of Iran’s late Supreme Leader, according to reports on July 4. Some commentary has suggested the decision highlights a “dual policy” in India’s foreign relations.

Latest Updates

In addition to India, reports now indicate that a high-level delegation from the United Arab Emirates (UAE) also did not visit Iran for the funeral-related events of the late Supreme Leader.

Further reports specify that Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi skipped a condolence event for the late Iranian Supreme Leader, a decision for which India has continued to face criticism.

The reported decision by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi not to attend the funeral has drawn strong criticism from within India, according to available reports.

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