UN: India abstains from voting on draft resolution demanding unconditional ceasefire between Ukraine and Russia

United Nations. India has once again clarified its independent and neutral stand on the Peace proposal brought in the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) on completion of four years of Russia-Ukraine conflict. India did not participate in the voting on the draft supporting lasting peace presented by Ukraine in the General Assembly on Tuesday (February 24). This proposal was adopted in the 193-member General Assembly with the support of 107 countries, while 51 countries including India, China, Brazil and UAE kept away from voting.

51 countries abstained
The resolution, titled “Support for lasting peace in Ukraine,” was introduced in the UN General Assembly on the fourth anniversary of the Russian invasion. In the vote held by the 193-member General Assembly, 107 countries voted in favor, 12 opposed, while 51 abstained.

Apart from India, these countries also kept distance
India was among the 51 countries that abstained from voting. The resolution was introduced by Kyiv. Apart from India, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Brazil, China, South Africa, Sri Lanka, United Arab Emirates and the United States were also among those who abstained from voting. The resolution reiterated the appeal for a just, comprehensive and lasting peace in accordance with international law and the UN Charter. Also, the full exchange of prisoners of war, release of illegally detained persons and return of forcibly transferred or deported civilians – especially children – were described as confidence-building measures.

India’s move is consistent with its diplomatic policy.
The resolution calls for an immediate and unconditional ceasefire, reaffirming its commitment to Ukraine’s sovereignty and territorial integrity. The resolution demands the release of prisoners and expresses deep concern over attacks on civilian infrastructure. This move is consistent with India’s diplomatic policy, which consistently emphasizes a solution through dialogue and diplomacy.

The resolution further expressed serious concern over Russia’s continued attacks on civilians, civilian targets and energy infrastructure, and expressed deep concern over the further deterioration of the humanitarian situation.