Ukraine attack: Modi speaks to Putin, calls for cessation of violence
Amid escalating tensions following Russia’s attack on Ukraine, India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke to Russian President Vladimir Putin and appealed for an immediate cessation of violence. During the telephonic conversation on February 24 night, President Putin briefed PM Modi about the recent developments regarding Ukraine. PM Modi reiterated his long-standing conviction that the differences […]
India expresses regret at Russia’s attack on Ukraine, focuses on safety of Indians
Russia’s launch of military operation in Ukraine has put India in a diplomatic quandary even as it focuses its efforts to evacuate over 20,000 Indian nationals stranded in the beleaguered country. Responding cautiously to an early morning attack on Ukraine, India has expressed “regret” that the calls of the international community to defuse tensions were […]
Russia launches military operation in Ukraine
In a shocking development, Russian President Vladimir Putin announced a military operation in Ukraine on February 24 morning, triggering condemnation and concerns worldwide. The world is carefully monitoring the rapidly evolving situation, with Ukraine terming it as “a full-scale invasion.” Ukrainian foreign minister Dmytro Kuleba, asserted that his country will defend itself and win. “Putin […]