RSS General Secretary Dattatreya Hosabale Discusses War in West Asia
War on Iran about oil, not for wiping out civilisation: RSS General Secy Hosabale
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Dattatreya Hosabale, General Secretary of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), stated that the ongoing conflict in West Asia is driven by oil interests rather than civilizational clashes. He emphasized India's potential role in promoting peace among nations and highlighted the need for austerity in times of crisis.
- 01The conflict in West Asia is primarily about oil, not civilization.
- 02Hosabale believes India can help mediate peace among nations.
- 03He warns that future wars may be fought over water resources.
- 04The RSS leader supports Prime Minister Modi's call for austerity.
- 05Wars are often rooted in greed and the desire for control.
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Dattatreya Hosabale, the General Secretary of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), asserted that the ongoing war in West Asia is driven by oil rather than a civilizational conflict. In a recent video interview, he expressed that wars stem from the greed and arrogance of nations. He clarified that he was not specifically referring to any individual, including U.S. President Donald Trump, when discussing the motivations behind the U.S.-Israeli actions against Iran. Hosabale emphasized that while wars may not end humanity, they will significantly alter human life. He also noted that future conflicts could arise over water resources. Supporting Prime Minister Narendra Modi's call for austerity, he stated that a lifestyle of simplicity should be practiced, especially during crises. Hosabale believes India has a role in encouraging nations to act sensibly in the face of conflict.
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