"Global Leaders' Diplomatic Efforts Prevented Nuclear Threat in Ukraine: Reports"
US officials report that outreach from Prime Minister Narendra Modi and other countries, including India, played a crucial role in averting a potential nuclear crisis during the Russia-Ukraine conflict in 2022. Concerns were raised about a possible Russian nuclear strike against Kyiv, prompting the US to seek international support to discourage such an attack. The Biden administration convened meetings to prepare contingency plans, while Indian condemnation of civilian killings and calls for a peaceful resolution were noted. Despite fears and alleged Russian provocations, no intelligence indicated Russia was mobilizing its nuclear forces for an attack.