India's decision on Ukraine vote seen as strategic move amid global tensions

India has abstained from voting on a UN General Assembly resolution that condemned Russia's military aggression in Ukraine. The resolution was supported by 141 nations, with seven including Russia voting against it, and 32 countries abstaining, including India. India's decision to abstain drew criticism from Western countries, who have been urging India to take a stronger stance against Russia's actions. However, India defended its position, reiterating that peaceful dialogue was the only way to resolve the conflict in Ukraine. The ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine, which started a year ago, has resulte in the displacement of thousands of people and a humanitarian crisis in the region. India's position on the matter has been closely watched by the international community, as tensions between Russia and the West continue to rise.

India resists US and Ukraine pressure to condemn Russian invasion of Ukraine India has come under pressure from the US and Ukraine to take a clear stance on Russia's invasion of Ukraine, but has chosen to abstain from a UN General Assembly resolution that condemned the aggression. Despite calls to "do the right thing", India has continued with its strategy of not directly criticising Russia, citing the importance of respecting the sovereignty and territorial integrity of states. India and Russia have a longstanding relationship dating back to the Cold War, and Moscow remains India's largest arms supplier. The two countries have also cooperated on diplomatic issues, including the dispute over the region of Kashmir. At the UN vote on Friday, India's representative reiterated the importance of human lives, stating that "no solution can ever arrive at the cost of human lives". India's position on the Ukraine conflict is being closely watched by the international community as tensions between Russia and the West continue to escalate.