Western Envoys' Joint Criticism of Russia Sparks Diplomatic Tension Ahead of Putin's India Visit

Dec 03, 2025 04:10 pm CST

India expresses displeasure over a controversial opinion piece by UK, French, and German envoys criticizing Russia just before President Putin's diplomatic visit to Delhi. The article, calling Russia unserious about peace in Ukraine, has been deemed "unusual" by Indian officials who view it as inappropriate diplomatic interference ahead of the annual India-Russia summit.