The closed-door meeting of the United Nations Security Council was convened at Pakistan’s request.
Russia has voiced its support for India and Brazil as “worthy candidates” for permanent membership in the UN Security Council. A look at what the UNSC is and why India wants a permanent seat at the table.
Russia-Ukraine crisis: India was among the 13 countries, including China and Pakistan, to abstain from a vote on the UNHRC resolution
India, China and the United Arab Emirates on Friday abstained from the US-sponsored resolution against the Russian aggression which was vetoed by Moscow.
During a telephone conversation with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi "appealed for an immediate cessation of violence
Any steps that increase tension may best be avoided by all sides in the larger interest of securing international peace and security, the diplomat said in his address.