Key facts
- India is increasing its involvement in efforts to end the Russia-Ukraine war.
- An Indian-owned pharmaceutical plant in Sumy, Ukraine, was destroyed by a drone attack.
- The drone attack on the plant killed one person and injured several others.
- India faces potential US tariffs on its purchases of Russian energy.
- Ukraine's foreign minister called India's ceasefire proposal 'most comprehensive'.
India is intensifying its efforts to play a more active role in mediating an end to the Russia-Ukraine war. This push comes as New Delhi faces increasing costs associated with the ongoing conflict, including the potential for U.S. tariffs on countries that are major buyers of Russian energy.
Adding to the urgency, an Indian-owned pharmaceutical plant in Sumy, Ukraine, was significantly damaged in a drone attack on Sunday morning. The attack resulted in one fatality and several injuries. The facility belonged to Kusum Group, a company that has been manufacturing generic medicines in Ukraine.
Ukrainian officials have acknowledged India's desire to be more involved. The country's foreign minister described India's proposed ceasefire as the 'most comprehensive' plan put forward.