Congress MP Shashi Tharoor spoke about the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict, highlighting that Prime Minister Modi has consistently supported a diplomatic solution. Tharoor noted that while Presidents Trump and Putin have had discussions, a peace process involves more than just two leaders talking—it requires all parties, especially Ukraine, to be involved. He emphasized that the key actors in the conflict are those directly engaged on the ground and those supplying weapons. Regarding India’s role, Tharoor mentioned that India has not been asked to intervene yet, and the country should wait and observe until invited. He added that India has a long history of peacekeeping but any involvement would depend on the specifics of the agreement. On the return of NASA astronaut Sunita Williams to Earth, Tharoor expressed relief and pride, emphasizing that although she was not born or raised in India, her connection to the country through the diaspora made her return even more special.
19 March,2025 05:06 PM ISTCongress MP Shashi Tharoor has reflected on India's decision to buy fuel from Russia amid the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict. Speaking about his past criticism of India's stance in a 2022 parliamentary debate, Tharoor admitted, "I have egg on my face." He had initially opposed India's position, citing concerns about violations of international principles. However, three years later, Tharoor acknowledged that India's approach allowed the country to maintain good relations with both Ukraine and Russia. This, he said, puts India in a unique position to potentially influence peace efforts in the conflict. Watch the video for more.
19 March,2025 01:03 PM ISTOn March 7, 2025, U.S. President Donald Trump expressed that dealing with Ukraine was proving more challenging than working with Russia as his administration pursued a peace agreement. Speaking at the White House, Trump said, "I'm finding it more difficult, frankly, to deal with Ukraine, and they don't have the cards." Earlier that day, Trump hinted at imposing major U.S. sanctions on Russia, following a recent pause in aid and intelligence sharing with Ukraine. He urged both nations to prioritize peace talks.
08 March,2025 06:32 PM ISTExternal Affairs Minister S Jaishankar delivered India’s firm stand and zero tolerance towards terrorism. In a self-made video, he highlighted several dimensions of development that the UNHRC must focus on.
25 February,2025 02:39 PM ISTTrump warns of World War III over Ukraine conflict after meeting Macron at the White House. He sated, "It could lead to World War Three if it's not solved," says Donald Trump after meeting French President Emmanuel Macron at the White House, referring to the war in Ukraine. He added, "Get them out of the war and let them live."
25 February,2025 11:00 AM ISTOn February 23, hundreds of people gathered at Nathan Phillips Square in Toronto to show their support for Ukraine, marking three years since Russia invaded the country. Ukraine has now entered its fourth year of full-scale war with Russia and is uncertain about how much it can rely on the United States. Protesters in Toronto urged former President Donald Trump to "be on the right side of history" by involving all parties in peace talks. Central to the current situation is a potential deal that could allow the U.S. access to Ukraine's mineral resources. However, Ukrainian President Zelenskyy rejected an early version of the deal earlier this month, saying it didn't serve Ukraine’s interests.
24 February,2025 10:22 AM ISTOn February 19, former President Donald Trump continued to intensify his criticism of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy during a conference in Florida. Trump expressed that Zelenskyy had "done a terrible job" in handling the ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia. He also suggested that Zelenskyy had missed opportunities for peace, stating that the Ukrainian leader could have pursued negotiations with Russia in Saudi Arabia if he had truly wanted to. Trump's remarks further reflected his continued skepticism about Zelenskyy’s leadership and approach to the war, which has been a central point of debate in his public statements regarding the ongoing conflict.
20 February,2025 10:38 AM ISTDonald Trump recently suggested that Ukraine is partly to blame for Russia's 2022 invasion, claiming they could have avoided the war through earlier negotiations. Speaking at Mar-a-Lago, he criticized Ukraine for not making a deal sooner, saying a "half-baked negotiator" could have ended the conflict with fewer land and life losses. Trump expressed confidence in US-Russia talks in Saudi Arabia, hinting he may meet Putin soon. He also suggested Ukraine should hold elections and potentially replace President Zelenskyy, whose term ended last year. Ukraine opposed holding peace talks without their involvement. Russia demanded NATO abandon its promise to grant Ukraine membership and not send troops there. European leaders worry Trump and Putin may quickly settle, favoring Russia’s position.
19 February,2025 04:25 PM ISTOn February 12, 2025, as the Russia-Ukraine war nears its third anniversary, Russian military forces continued their relentless assault on Ukraine, targeting Kyiv with the same intensity as before. The Ukrainian capital was once again bombarded with missile strikes in the early hours of the morning, leaving widespread destruction in its wake. Ukrainian officials reported that the attack killed at least one civilian and left three others injured. The strikes also sparked multiple fires across the city, causing further damage to already war-torn neighborhoods. The destruction inflicted on Kyiv was severe, with buildings, infrastructure, and homes caught in the chaos of the missile barrage. The Russian assault on Kyiv represents a continued pattern of aggression in the ongoing conflict, which has caused immense human suffering, displacement, and devastation. Ukrainian authorities have emphasized the urgency of international support, as the city and the entire country continue to face the devastating effects of the war.
13 February,2025 10:40 AM ISTIn a significant development, Russian President Vladimir Putin on Jan 24 reaffirmed Russia’s readiness for truce talks. Blaming the previous administration, Putin claimed, “If Trump were president, the Ukraine crisis wouldn’t have happened”. Possibility of imposing additional sanctions, Praising Trump as ‘smart, pragmatic’ Putin doubted he’d impose sanctions to ‘harm’ US economy. Russia and US both repeatedly reaffirmed their intention to hold talks and put an end to the 3-year long Ukraine crisis.
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