India Probes Arrest Of Foreign Nationals Under UAPA As Ukraine Raises Concerns

India on Thursday described the arrest of six Ukrainian nationals as a legal matter under investigation.

The Ministry of External Affairs stated that competent government agencies are examining the case.

Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal confirmed that India has received a request for consular access from the Ukrainian Embassy and will process it in accordance with legal provisions.

Authorities have charged one American and six Ukrainian nationals under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act.

A special National Investigation Agency court in Delhi remanded them to 11-day custody. Officials emphasised that the matter remains within the judicial framework.

The Embassy of Ukraine in India expressed serious concern over the detentions. It described the case as potentially orchestrated and politically motivated.

The Embassy rejected any suggestion of Ukraine’s involvement in terrorist activities, asserting that the country itself faces ongoing threats and maintains a firm stance against terrorism.

The Ukrainian mission indicated readiness to cooperate with Indian authorities. It referred to the bilateral Treaty on Mutual Legal Assistance in Criminal Matters as a basis for collaboration.

The Embassy also called for transparency, due process, and protection of detainees’ rights under international law. It reiterated that Ukraine seeks to strengthen trust and security ties with India.

Indian authorities maintained that all procedures will follow established legal norms. The case continues to evolve under judicial scrutiny.

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