India has abstained from the UNSC resolution that condemned Russia’s ‘aggression’ against Ukraine. Three countries, including India, China, UAE chose to abstain. 11 countries voted in favour of the resolution while Russia used its veto power (to block the resolution). “By abstaining, India retained the option of reaching out to relevant sides in an effort to bridge the gap and find the middle ground with an aim to foster dialogue and diplomacy,” Sources said.