The Nikkei ViewHeavyweight India can help end Ukraine's humanitarian crisis
Traditional ties with Russia are understandable, but Moscow has crossed the line
Prime Minister Narendra Modi speaks at an election rally in Abohar, India, on Feb. 17. An economic powerhouse, India’s actions have a ripple effect that reverberates across the globe. © Getty Images
The international community is watching India's stance on Ukraine. New Delhi has avoided direct condemnation of Russia's invasion and has abstained from every United Nations resolution on the issue. This commitment to a neutrality has triggered a heated debate in the country.