Russia-Ukraine war: NSA Ajit Doval says, 'India promotes dialogue, diplomacy'

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National Security Advisor (NSA) Ajit Doval, who is in Jeddah at present, said that India has regularly engaged both Russia and Ukraine since the beginning of the conflict at the highest levels. During a two-day conference on the Ukraine crisis in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, Doval reportedly said, "India supports the global order based on principles enshrined in UN Charter and international law. Respect for sovereignty and territorial integrity by all states must be upheld without exception.

All peace efforts involving all stakeholders must be pursued to find a just and enduring solution. It is in this spirit that India participated in the meeting". According to a report by ANI news agency, the NSA added that the whole world, and especially Global South is bearing the brunt of the situation due to the prolonged conflict in Ukraine.

He added, "India is providing both humanitarian assistance to Ukraine and economic assistance to its neighbours in Global South. India’s approach has been and always will be to promote dialogue and diplomacy. This is the only way forward for peace".

NSA Doval added, "The meeting confronts a two-fold challenge - resolution of the situation and softening the consequences of the conflict. Efforts must be directed on both fronts simultaneously and much more groundwork is needed to ensure this. Currently, several peace proposals have been put forward.

Each has some positive points but none is acceptable to both sides. The key question that needs to be addressed in this meeting is whether a solution that is acceptable to all relevant stakeholders can be found". He assured that India will remain an active and willing partner to find a lasting and comprehensive solution.