Indians have a history of fighting abroad. Unsurprising that some volunteering to fight for Ukraine
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Indians have a history of fighting abroad. Unsurprising that some volunteering to fight for Ukraine

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For ideals or rupees, Indians have sacrificed their lives across the world—so it’s unsurprising some are volunteering to fight for Ukraine. Indians serve the French and United States armies. They fought in two World Wars, Spain and even Lebanon. Battlefields are cruel but meritocratic, and open to global talent!

China must end diplomatic deception by blaming US for tensions with India. Focus on military talks

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi blaming “some forces” – read Washington – for stoking tensions between India and China is a bit absurd. The facts speak for themselves and it’s time Beijing ends this diplomatic deception. Military talks this week is a good opportunity to display sincerity and begin repairing the relationship.