Escalation of tension along Russia-Ukraine border matter of deep concern: India at U.N.
The Hindu
The escalation of tension along the Russia-Ukrain border is a matter of deep concern, India told the United Nations Security Council on February 22, calling for restraint on all sides.
The United Nations opened an emergency Security Council meeting on the deepening Ukraine crisis on February 22, after Russia recognized two breakaway regions there and ordered troops to be deployed as peacekeepers.
“The escalation of tension along the border of Ukraine with the Russian Federation is a matter of deep concern. These developments have the potential to undermine peace and security of the region,” India’s Permanent Representative to the U.N. T.S. Tirumurti said.
“We call for restraint on all sides. We’re convinced that this issue can only be resolved through diplomatic dialogue. We need to give space to recent initiatives undertaken by parties which seek to diffuse tensions,” Mr. Tirumurti said.
“Safety, security of civilians essential. More than 20,000 Indian students and nationals live and study in different parts of Ukraine, including in its border areas. The well-being of Indians is of priority to us,” he added.
“We strongly emphasise the vital need for all sides to maintain international peace and security by exercising the utmost restraint and intensifying diplomatic efforts to ensure that a mutually amicable solution is arrived at the earliest,” Mr. Tirumurti said.
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