India walks a diplomatic tightrope, making friends with Ukraine while ally Russia watches on
India walks a diplomatic tightrope, making friends with Ukraine while ally Russia watches on
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s trip to Ukraine comes as India tries to navigate alliances with Russia and the West, as one of the few nations to have robust ties with both.
cross-posted from: https://lemmy.world/post/18923618
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Ukraine on Friday is likely to be closely watched by New Delhi’s longstanding ally, Russia.
The trip comes as India looks to navigate alliances with arch enemies Russia and the West, as one of the few countries to have robust trading and diplomatic relations with both parties since Moscow’s invasion of Ukraine in 2022 set off heightened global tensions, sanctions and animosity toward the Kremlin.
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Interesting he visits on National Flag day and Independence day. Russia likes to lob extra rockets and drones on these holidays.