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S Jaishankar criticizes selective targeting of India over Ukraine conflict
India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar defended India's balanced approach to the Russia-Ukraine war, stating selective criticism of India is unjustified amid global conflicts.[1]
Why It Matters
Highlights India's strategic autonomy and pushback against Western pressure on its neutral stance in the Ukraine war, influencing Global South diplomacy.
Timeline
6 Events
Jaishankar addresses Ukraine conflict at UNGA
September 2025
At the 80th UN General Assembly, Jaishankar notes global impact of Ukraine war and calls for active engagement by capable nations for peace.[4]
Jaishankar speaks at Hindustan Times Leadership Summit
November 16, 2024
At HTLS 2024, Jaishankar states solution to Ukraine war won't come from battlefield, defends India's peace efforts and handling of conflict challenges despite criticism.[1]
PM Modi visits Kyiv
August 2024
PM Modi makes first-ever visit to Ukraine, reaffirming support for dialogue and peace; accompanied by EAM Jaishankar.[5][6]
PM Modi meets Putin in Kazan
October 2024
Prime Minister Narendra Modi meets Russian President Vladimir Putin in Kazan, Russia, as part of India's peace engagement efforts.[1]
India abstains from UNSC vote condemning Russia
February 25, 2022
India's UN Permanent Representative explains abstention, emphasizing dialogue and diplomacy.[4]
Russia launches full-scale invasion of Ukraine
February 24, 2022
Russia begins full-scale attack on Ukraine, marking the start of the ongoing war.[3][4]