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India Detains Six Ukrainians, One American for Drone Training

3/24/2026

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India detained six Ukrainians and one American on March 13 for entering India's northeast and crossing into Myanmar to train armed groups in drone warfare.
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) charged them under anti-terror laws.
Ukraine denies involvement and seeks release of its nationals.
Two American tourists were arrested in Kochi for flying drones near sensitive military facilities.
Analysts say the incidents could strain India-Ukraine relations while strengthening India-Myanmar ties.

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India detained six Ukrainians and one American on March 13 for entering India's northeast and crossing into Myanmar to train armed groups in drone warfare.
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) charged them under anti-terror laws.
Ukraine denies involvement and seeks release of its nationals.
Two American tourists were arrested in Kochi for flying drones near sensitive military facilities.
Analysts say the incidents could strain India-Ukraine relations while strengthening India-Myanmar ties.