Amid tensions between Russia and Ukraine, Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday announced a military operation in Ukraine, claiming it’s intended to protect civilians of the eastern region
Russian troops launched their anticipated attack on Ukraine on Thursday, as President Vladimir Putin cast aside international condemnation and sanctions, warning other countries that any attempt to interfere would lead to “consequences you have never seen.”Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy ordered full mobilisation to counter Russia’s military operation launched by Vladimir Putin on February 24.
Many countries across the world, including the U.S., the EU have criticised Russia strongly.World leaders reacted swiftly to the latest developments with U.S. President Joe Biden announcing additional sanctions against Russian banks, major state-owned enterprises and Russian elites.Prime Minister Narendra Modi appealed for an immediate ceasefire and a return to dialogue in a conversation with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday night, the Prime Minister’s Office said in a statement. Mr. Putin “briefed” Mr. Modi about the Russian decision to attack several locations in Ukraine, the PMO said, adding that the safe exit of Indian citizens from the conflict zone was India’s “highest priority”.
“Prime Minister Modi reiterated his long-standing conviction that the differences between Russia and the NATO group can only be resolved through sincere dialogue .