Azerbaijan has alleged that India is seeking "revenge" against Baku on global forums due to its close ties with Pakistan. This came after Azerbaijan claimed India blocked Baku's bid for full membership in the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO). The Azerbaijani media has accused India of violating the principles of "multilateral diplomacy" by blocking Azerbaijan's ambition and claimed New Delhi's decision was linked to Baku's support for Pakistan during Operation Sindoor.