Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Monday made strong allegations against Prime Minister Narendra Modi, claiming he visited Israel before tensions escalated in Iran “on instructions” linked to former US President Donald Trump.
Speaking at an election rally ahead of the Tamil Nadu Assembly polls, Gandhi alleged that the Prime Minister’s foreign policy decisions were being influenced externally.
“Modi will jump if Trump asks”: Rahul Gandhi’s Charge
Rahul Gandhi reiterated his earlier attack on the BJP-led government, saying, “PM Modi will jump if Trump asks him to do so.”
He further alleged that before the conflict in Iran escalated, Modi was “suddenly told” to visit Israel and immediately travelled there and returned.
According to him, the visit was not routine diplomacy but part of a larger pattern of external influence over India’s leadership.
Allegations Linking Foreign Policy and Business Interests
Gandhi also made controversial claims linking foreign influence with business and political narratives. He referred to what he called “Epstein files and Adani,” suggesting undisclosed links influencing decision-making.
He further alleged that the US understands financial relationships involving Indian corporate groups and the Prime Minister, though no evidence was provided to support these claims.
The Congress leader also repeated his earlier statement that “America controls the Prime Minister through pressure mechanisms,” intensifying his attack on the government’s foreign policy stance.
BJP’s Response and Previous Rejection of Claims
The Union government has previously rejected similar references, particularly those involving the Jeffrey Epstein case, calling them “baseless and malicious narratives” with no factual foundation.
So far, the BJP has not issued an official response to the latest remarks made during the rally.
“Foreign Influence” Narrative in Campaign Speech
Gandhi extended his criticism beyond foreign policy, alleging that the BJP seeks centralised control over state governments.
He claimed that regional leaders in Tamil Nadu and Bihar were being politically weakened to ensure control from Delhi.
He also accused the BJP and RSS of promoting a “one nation, one culture” ideology, which he described as opposed to India’s diversity.
Tamil Nadu Election Context
The remarks came during campaigning for the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, scheduled for April 23, where political parties are intensifying their outreach efforts.
Gandhi argued that Tamil Nadu represents resistance against political centralisation and said the state would not allow external control over its governance.
Sharp Political Exchange Continues
The speech reflects the escalating political confrontation between the Congress and BJP in the final phase of the campaign.
While Gandhi focused on foreign policy, corporate influence, and federalism, the BJP is expected to counter these claims in its own campaign messaging.
