"Use Of Nuclear Weapons Can Never Be Justified": Rahul Gandhi About Donald Trump’s Warning On Iran
India’s Leader of Opposition, Rahul Gandhi, on Tuesday strongly condemned nuclear war rhetoric, even as a temporary ceasefire brought a fragile pause to the escalating US-Iran conflict.
Rahul Gandhi said that while wars remain a reality, any suggestion of using nuclear weapons or language hinting at the destruction of civilisation is unacceptable.
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“The use of nuclear weapons can never be justified, under any circumstances,” he stated.
Wars are tragic, yet they remain a reality.
Any language or action that contemplates the end of civilisation is unacceptable in the modern world.
The use of nuclear weapons can never be justified – under any circumstances.
— Rahul Gandhi (@RahulGandhi) April 7, 2026
His remarks came shortly after former US President Donald Trump made a controversial warning that “a whole civilisation will die tonight,” triggering global concern over a possible escalation.
However, in a dramatic development, the United States and Iran have now agreed to a temporary two-week ceasefire, easing immediate fears of a large-scale conflict. The truce, reportedly mediated by Pakistan, includes Iran’s commitment to reopen the strategic Strait of Hormuz, a key global oil route.
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The ceasefire was announced just hours before a US deadline for potential strikes on Iranian infrastructure. Despite the agreement, uncertainty remains, as both sides have warned that the situation could escalate again if conditions are not met.
Global markets reacted positively to the truce, with oil prices falling sharply amid hopes of restored supply through the Strait.
Meanwhile, India has maintained a cautious stance. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has urged restraint, dialogue, and the protection of civilians and critical infrastructure.
The Opposition has continued to question the government’s approach, calling for a clearer position as tensions unfold in West Asia.
