India Says Australia Understands Its Position On Ukraine Crisis

The Russian invasion of Ukraine figured at a virtual summit between the two prime ministers.

Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison on Monday expressed his understanding of India's position on the crisis in Ukraine, and he and PM Narendra Modi felt that the conflict should not be a reason for diverting attention from the Indo-Pacific, Foreign Secretary Harsh Vardhan Shringla said.

The Russian invasion of Ukraine figured at a virtual summit between the two prime ministers.

At a media briefing, Mr Shringla said Australia's Morrison expressed understanding of India's position on the Ukraine issue.

There was serious concern about the ongoing conflict and humanitarian situation in Ukraine and both Modi and Morrison emphasised the need for cessation of hostilities and violence in Ukraine, Mr Shringla said.