Following External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar’s comments that Indian troops who were attacked in Galwan valley on Monday were armed, several veterans, including former Service chiefs have sought clarity on the issue from the government. Seeking clarity from the government on the issue, former Northern Commander Lt. Gen. H.S. Border agreementsOn the border agreements, former Army chief Gen. V.P. You cannot expect army to follow Article 2 to 9 when Article 10 not followed and LAC remains vague. Puts ground troops in vulnerable situation as in Galwan and elsewhere,” he said on Twitter.

Source: The Hindu June 19, 2020 11:15 UTC