"Deeply Dissatisfied" With India Position: Ukraine Envoy As Russia Attacks
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Ukraine envoy said, "The recommendations and statement of your Ministry of External affairs -- that was India is closely following the development of events. We are deeply dissatisfied with this position"
Ukraine envoy Igor Polikha today "pleaded" for India's intervention in the conflict with Russia that started this morning, saying a "strong voice" of India might make Russian President Vladimir Putin "think". While the envoy heaped praise on PM Modi and the country's position as a "strong global leader". There were also words of strong criticism for the stance of the foreign ministry, which ended with him saying they are "deeply dissatisfied".
"I'm following all the reports on the site of your ministry and the latest advisory to your citizens in Ukraine," Mr Polikha told reporters in New Delhi today.
"The recommendations and statement of your Ministry of External affairs -- that was India is closely following the development of events. We are deeply dissatisfied with this position. What does this mean -- closely following? Now, 50 people have been killed. When hundreds and thousands will be killed in this case, what will happen? Will follow more closely?" the Ukraine envoy said.
"We are expecting a much more favourable attitude of the Indian government in this crisis situation. It is the moment of truth. The moment of destiny... We are waiting, asking pleading for the assistance of India," he added.
