Six Ukrainians Detained in India's Top-Security Custody: The RAP Trap Explained
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RAP Trap: Six Ukrainians Detained in India's High-Security Custody Amid Diplomatic Row
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News18•18-03-2026, 06:56
RAP Trap: Six Ukrainians Detained in India's High-Security Custody Amid Diplomatic Row
•Six Ukrainian nationals and one American detained by NIA in India's northeast for alleged Foreigners Act and UAPA violations.
•Detainees accused of unauthorized presence in Mizoram, bypassing Restricted Area Permit (RAP) system, and alleged contact with Myanmar ethnic armed groups.
•Ukrainian government issues formal protest, citing lack of official notification and denial of consular access, contrary to Vienna Convention.
•Kyiv denies criminal intent, highlighting unmarked border zones leading to potential "unintentional violations" by foreign travelers.
•Diplomatic friction fueled by media coverage; Ukrainian officials criticize "distorted interpretations" and unsubstantiated "terrorist conspiracies" allegations.
