India is going ‘beyond advocacy’ on the Russia-Ukraine conflict: Jaishankar
Commenting on India-Russia ties, Mr. Jaishankar said, “For us, Russia and Soviet Union before that, was a country that stood by us in many ways when our security, when our territorial integrity was under threat, and at a time when you know much of the world preferred backing a military regime next to us”
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar stated on October 4, 2026, that India is moving "beyond advocacy" in the Russia-Ukraine conflict, focusing on Black Sea safety and grain export agreements. The Indian External Affairs Minister made this statement while discussing India's stance on the conflict at the Munich Leaders Meeting in Delhi.
Jaishankar reiterated that India's position on the Russia-Ukraine conflict remains clear - he believes dialogue and diplomacy are necessary to end the conflict, and India has been advocating for this approach for many years. In recent months, however, India has become more actively involved in the process.
During his speech at the Munich Leaders Meeting, Jaishankar mentioned that India has been in talks with both Russia and Ukraine, aiming to address various concerns such as Black Sea shipping safety, grain exports, and energy exports. He also discussed the possibility of non-attack scenarios to ease tensions between the two nations.
Furthermore, Jaishankar highlighted the historical ties between India and Russia, noting that Russia has stood by India in times of security threats. He also mentioned that India and Russia share aligned interests, despite the impact of their historical past on the country. Jaishankar emphasized the government's desire for uninterrupted flows of energy, trade, and mobility, expressing concern over India's losses due to distant conflicts with no direct stake.
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