Russia-Ukraine War: India Can Play Useful Role, Says German Envoy |

With the Russia-Ukraine war now in its third year, India’s position has been quite nuanced much to the chagrin of the West. While India has sent humanitarian aid to Ukraine and Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said this is not an ear of war, India has refrained from any overt condemnation of what the West calls Russian aggression in Ukraine.
Between democracies and strategic partners, divergent views are normal, says Philipp Ackermann, German ambassador to India. “India's relation with Russia goes way back. It is a longstanding, old relation and that India doesn't react the same way than the European countries is understandable to a certain degree,” he told StratNews Global Editor-in-Chief Nitin A. Gokhale in an exclusive interview.
We keep talking to India about this and I am sure India is concerned about the war in Ukraine, he said, adding that while India and Germany agree that the war is unfortunate and it needs to stop as quickly as possible, “maybe we have differences about the way to get there”.
The envoy reiterated Germany’s support to Ukraine and hoped India could play a useful role at some stage (in ending the war). It’s heartening to see Prime Minister Modi talking to both sides, he said.
The Russia-Ukraine war has shaken up the whole of Europe and brought about a political upheaval of sorts in Germany. “Russia has become a real threat to Europe and we, as partners in NATO, see with greatest concern what happens in the region. We have no trust in Russia anymore in this case. It means that we have to strengthen our armed forces,” said Ackermann.
Israel-Hamas War
Another conflict that shows no signs of abating is the Israeli offensive in Gaza, which Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says is needed to destroy the terrorist group Hamas that launched a deadly strike on Israel on October 7 last year.
It's a big issue in Europe and Germany in particular, which has a historic responsibility when it comes to Israel, the envoy said. “Our solidarity with Israel is very strong but what we see right now makes us very uncomfortable.”
Netanyahu has insisted on Israeli troops launching a ground offensive in Rafah, which is home to over a million war-displaced people. The US says that’s not needed as there are alternative means to destroy Hamas. “What happened on October 7 is no doubt a disaster but we hope the Israeli government will reconsider its decision on Rafah,” said Ackermann.
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[@ashwwal3409]

We Indians never like interference by Germany and western countries including USA . India will never toe your line . India will take a stand which is in the best interest of Indians and India .

[@AbcXyz-dd8yo]

Trust even snakes but not Westerners.

[@ash9x9]

First Germany says democracy in danger in india and now this ? What is going on

[@ravikumar12320000]

Just a confused racist.

[@OrwellsHousecat]

Have your Black Forest Gatteau and eat it

[@ash9x9]

U2

[@ash9x9]

U2

[@kirannnnnn]

24 European countries not even recognised Hindu faith as one of major spiritual religion in the world Back in 2000 Germans opposed indian work force but opened doors for middle eastern countries and turkey

[@adolft_official]

good development, keep pajjeets at bay

[@user-dr5bo7by5n]

Bharat knows how to be useful to the world. We don't need someone to tell us that.

[@urmilasethy3649]

Until and unless Germany didn't interfere in India's internal affairs, specially not pressurizing India's criminal justice system and courts.. Then there can't be any trust... high commission like Phil works very hard, but Germany minister's and government spokesperson spoils it

[@navneet8269]

Welcome Nitin ji my English is poor.. but I want to say that India will play very decisive and crucial role about peacekeeping agreement between Ukraine And RUS.reason is India is only country in the world that USA And RUS both Reliance and faith on India .Modi ji and s.jaishanker making their credibility after hard work that India achieving this bold and prestigious...stage.

[@OrwellsHousecat]

Germany is getting desperate. Uncle Sam broke their toys, stole their nice things and set an angry guard dog on them. Oh, and they're broke too.

[@arijitdakshi820]

India 🇮🇳 is NOT a member of Nato. Yet India gets along well with America, the EU and Russia. Therefore, rather than proferring unsolicited advice there's an objective lesson for Ukraine and Germany 🇩🇪 to learn from India.

[@agrippa-theskeptic9346]

Germany’s problems are not India’s problems. If Germany wants India’s help, it should stop interfering in India’s internal affairs!

[@shanthimurugan9981]

Insincere discussion

[@isacr4063]

Not convinced germany is friendly to india.

[@samtel9862]

Friendship when convenience!!

[@OrwellsHousecat]

😉

[@kirannnnnn]

If it is the same discussion in germany by German media inviting indian ambassador definitely conversation is on Russian oil , kejriwal, LGBTQ, Rights Rights etc .

[@shoutout3651]

India will develop at it's own pace.we will not inline with any one nation or group of nations. Stay neutral and only put india first🇮🇳🇮🇳

[@saigeocon]

Great highly informative interview.

[@preetranjanbansal6234]

Trust these bastards west never anybody

[@ravikumar12320000]

They are typical Racists.

[@nimratpalsingh5059]

🔥👍

[@mayankmayank6276]

odd day , interfere in india internal affairs, even day we need India's support

[@shirishpanwalkar]

Interesting interview! But you didn't grill him about the stance taken by them on Mr Kejriwal’s arrest.

[@MadhukarDhuri]

hope more and more students go Germany for undergrad and postgrad free education in english language

[@rikagg1]

Without German language, one will have a lot of suffering here in Germany, every step will be a hardship and challenge here

[@manojdesai6]

For better migration you need massively need to improve on healthcare in Germany. in India, we have better availability of health care which is very fast compared to Germany.

[@SDM496]

Disappointed at the questions asked. Ask why Europe always ends up starting world wars ? What can be done to change it and avoid 3rd world war?

[@zanjeer7827]

Indian and German relationship is evolving. India would like Germany to move away from china and India can protect Europe from Russia.

[@kirannnnnn]

Evolving in which sector? Germans are not going to move away from China not even an Inch

[@AnandKumar-dc2bf]

No need to migrate to Germany language requirements are strict and savings also not that much...

[@nnbg8000]

Did H.E. have a conversation with his boss Baerenbock first, you know the India & Hindu hater.....

[@viveksingh-dq6dd]

hamare mamle me dakhal n de,yhi khunga germany se

[@7RAJA1]

india cannot play any role here germany...we know you are a cia ..usa mouthpiece like khalistani pannu...usa ..nato are responsible for ukraine war...nato should hv dismantled when warsaw pact ended..but they didnt...and instead destroyed many countries ..iraq..yogusaliva ..libya are just some examples