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EAM Jaishankar, Ukrainian counterpart exchange views on war and bilateral ties in Cyprus

EAM Jaishankar, Ukrainian counterpart exchange views on war and bilateral ties in Cyprus

External affairs minister S Jaishankar met his Ukrainian counterpart Andrii Sybiha on the margins of an European Union (EU) meeting in Cyprus on Wednesday and discussed the Ukraine conflict and bilateral cooperation. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar meets Ukraine Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha, in Nicosia on Wednesday. (X/@DrSJaishankar ) Jaishankar is in Cyprus at the invitation of the EU to attend the Gymnich Forum, an informal meeting of foreign ministers of EU member states. He also held separate meetings with EU foreign and security policy chief Kaja Kallas and Saudi foreign minister Faisal bin Farhan. There was no official readout on the meeting between Sybiha and Jaishankar, who said in a social media post that they had exchanged views on the Ukraine conflict and discussed bilateral cooperation. Sybiha said on social media that he and Jaishankar discussed “Russia’s ongoing war against Ukraine and the battlefield developments — in particular, Ukraine’s growing initiative”. He added, “I stressed that despite Russia’s attempts to intimidate our people through terror, including last week’s massive strike on Kyiv, Ukraine remains …

PM Modi holds talks with Swedish counterpart Kristersson on key sectors of trade, tech and defence

PM Modi holds talks with Swedish counterpart Kristersson on key sectors of trade, tech and defence

Prime Minister Narendra Modi held wide-ranging talks with his Swedish counterpart Ulf Kristersson on Sunday, focusing on trade, technology, defence, and other key sectors. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Swedish counterpart Ulf Kristersson exchange special gifts commemorating Rabindranath Tagore and the enduring civilisational and intellectual ties between India and Sweden in the presence of Swedish Crown Princess Victoria, in Gothenburg, Sweden. (@MEAIndia) Modi, who arrived earlier today for a two-day visit, was also awarded the ‘Royal Order of the Polar Star, Degree Commander Grand Cross’ in recognition of his exceptional contribution to India-Sweden relationship and his visionary leadership. During the delegation-level talks, the two sides reviewed the entire gamut of bilateral relations and explored new avenues of cooperation to enhance bilateral trade, which reached USD 7.75 billion in 2025. In their talks, the two sides focused on boosting bilateral ties in areas of green transition, artificial intelligence (AI), emerging technologies, startups, resilient supply chains, defence, space, climate action and people-to-people ties. Ahead of the talks, Modi said he will meet PM Kristersson to advance …

Jaishankar discusses West Asia situation with his UAE counterpart | India News

Jaishankar discusses West Asia situation with his UAE counterpart | India News

4 min readNew DelhiUpdated: Apr 12, 2026 12:40 AM IST In his first visit to the Gulf region since the war in West Asia broke out six weeks ago, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met his UAE counterpart Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan in Abu Dhabi on Saturday. This two-day visit is important at a time when the talks between the US and Iran are taking place in Pakistan. Jaishankar posted on X, “A real pleasure to meet DPM & FM @ABZayed of UAE in Abu Dhabi this evening. Our conversation focused on the evolving regional situation and its implications.” “Conveyed our deep appreciation for ensuring the well-being of the Indian community in the UAE. Confident that our Comprehensive Strategic Partnership will advance further,” Jaishankar said. He began his official visit to the UAE by interacting with the members of the Indian Community. A real pleasure to meet DPM & FM @ABZayed of UAE in Abu Dhabi this evening. Our conversation focused on the evolving regional situation and its implications. Conveyed our deep appreciation …

Pakistan FM Dar discusses 5-point peace plan to end West Asia conflict with Saudi counterpart

Pakistan FM Dar discusses 5-point peace plan to end West Asia conflict with Saudi counterpart

Pakistan’s Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar on Friday spoke with Saudi counterpart Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud and discussed the five-point peace plan proposed by Islamabad and Beijing to end the conflict in West Asia. This handout photograph taken on March 29, 2026 and released by Pakistan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs shows Pakistan’s Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar (2L) in a meeting with his counterparts Saudi Arabia’s Faisal bin Farhan (L), Turkey’s Hakan Fidan (2R) and Egypt’s Badr Abdelatty at the Foreign Ministry office in Islamabad. Foreign ministers from Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Egypt and Turkey were expected to meet on March 29 for talks on the war in the Middle East, with Islamabad acting as a go-between between the United States and Iran. (Photo by Pakistan Foreign Ministry / AFP) / RESTRICTED TO EDITORIAL USE – MANDATORY CREDIT “AFP PHOTO / – / Pakistan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs” – HANDOUT – NO MARKETING NO ADVERTISING CAMPAIGNS – DISTRIBUTED AS A SERVICE TO CLIENTS (AFP) The peace proposal was put forward on Tuesday after Chinese Foreign Minister …

West Asia conflict: EAM Jaishankar speaks to Iranian counterpart

West Asia conflict: EAM Jaishankar speaks to Iranian counterpart

India’s External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar held another telephonic conversation with Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi, during which the two leaders discussed bilateral cooperation and matters related to the BRICS grouping. In a post on social media platform X, Jaishankar confirmed the conversation and said the discussions covered both bilateral and multilateral issues. “Had another conversation with Iranian FM Seyed Abbas Araghchi yesterday night. Discussed bilateral matters as also BRICS-related issues,” Jaishankar wrote. Fourth conversation amid escalating West Asia conflict The latest interaction marked the fourth conversation between the two ministers since tensions escalated in West Asia following the conflict involving Iran, the United States and Israel. Officials said the discussions form part of India’s ongoing diplomatic outreach aimed at monitoring developments in the region and ensuring stability in critical areas such as maritime trade and energy supplies. Earlier conversations between the two leaders had focused on issues related to the safety of international shipping routes and India’s energy security. India monitoring safety of shipping routes According to the Ministry of External Affairs, the …

‘Shared Assessments On West Asia Conflict’: Jaishankar On Phone Call With Russian Counterpart Lavrov | India News

‘Shared Assessments On West Asia Conflict’: Jaishankar On Phone Call With Russian Counterpart Lavrov | India News

Last Updated:March 11, 2026, 18:50 IST EAM S Jaishankar also spoke to European Union’s top diplomat Kaja Kallas and his French counterpart Jean-Noel Barrot about the ongoing West Asia conflict EAM S Jaishankar (L) said he and Russian foreign minister Sergey Lavrov (R) shared their assessments on the Iran war. (Image: AFP/File) External affairs minister S Jaishankar on Wednesday said he spoke to Russian foreign minister Sergey Lavrov about the ongoing conflict in West Asia. Jaishankar, who also spoke to European Union’s top diplomat Kaja Kallas and his French counterpart Jean-Noel Barrot, said he had a “good” conversation over the telephone with Lavrov. He said the two of them shared their assessments on the Iran war, while also taking stock of bilateral cooperation between India and Russia. “A good telecon with Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov of Russia. Shared our assessments on the West Asia conflict and related diplomatic efforts. Also took stock of our bilateral cooperation agenda,” Jaishankar said in a post on X. First Published: March 11, 2026, 18:50 IST News india ‘Shared Assessments …

West Asia conflict: Jaishankar holds ‘detailed’ conversation with Iranian counterpart Araghchi

West Asia conflict: Jaishankar holds ‘detailed’ conversation with Iranian counterpart Araghchi

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar. File | Photo Credit: PTI External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on Tuesday (March 10, 2026) spoke to his Iranian counterpart Seyed Abbas Araghchi – their third such conversation since the West Asia crisis began – as New Delhi ramped up efforts to protect its energy security amid a virtual blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. He also spoke to German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul and South Korean Foreign Minister Cho Hyun and exchanged views on the unfolding crisis in West Asia. Israel-Iran war LIVE “A detailed conversation this evening with Foreign Minister @araghchi of Iran on the latest developments regarding the ongoing conflict. We agreed to remain in touch,” Mr. Jaishankar said on social media. It was the first phone conversation between the two foreign ministers after Iran announced the appointment of Mojtaba Khamenei as the country’s new Supreme Leader, days after his father, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, was killed in a joint U.S.-Israel military strike. It is not immediately known whether the sinking of an Iranian warship by the U.S. …

EAM S Jaishankar Discusses West Asia Tensions With Italian Counterpart | India News

EAM S Jaishankar Discusses West Asia Tensions With Italian Counterpart | India News

Last Updated:March 09, 2026, 21:09 IST India has stressed that discussion and diplomatic engagement remain the most effective way to resolve conflicts amid the ongoing war in West Asia. EAM S Jaishankar (R) with his Italian counterpart Antonio Tajani (L). (Reuters/File) External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Monday held talks over the phone with his Italian counterpart Antonio Tajani, where he discussed the ongoing situation in West Asia as the war between US-Israel and Iran entered its 11th day. “Appreciate the phone conversation with DPM & FM @Antonio_Tajani of Italy. Discussed the situation in West Asia,” Jaishankar wrote on X. Appreciate the phone conversation with DPM & FM @Antonio_Tajani of Italy.Discussed the situation in West Asia. — Dr. S. Jaishankar (@DrSJaishankar) March 9, 2026 Amid the war, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has underlined India’s commitment to global peace, stressing that conflicts must be resolved through dialogue and diplomacy rather than military means. Meanwhile, Jaishankar addressed the Parliament on the West Asia conflict, saying India continues to believe that “dialogue and diplomacy should be pursued” to …

Jaishankar speaks with Iranian counterpart Abbas Araghchi amid Middle East crisis| India News

Jaishankar speaks with Iranian counterpart Abbas Araghchi amid Middle East crisis| India News

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on Thursday said he held a telephonic conversation with Iranian FM Seyed Abbas Araghchi amid the ongoing crisis in the Middle East. Jaishankar said he held a telephonic conversation with Iranian FM Seyed Abbas Araghchi this afternoon. (ANI File Photo) Jaishankar spoke with his Iranian counterpart this afternoon over the phone. “Had a telecon with Iranian FM Seyed Abbas Araghchi this afternoon, he said in a post on X. India has offered condolences on the death of Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, with Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri signing the condolence book at the Iranian embassy in New Delhi on Thursday. Khamenei was killed in a joint US-Israeli airstrike on February 28, an incident that has plunged the West Asian region into a war. Also read| India offers condolences on Khamenei’s death, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri signs condolence book Misri visited the Iranian embassy and signed the condolence book on behalf of the government of India. The ministry of external affairs (MEA) also released a photograph of the foreign secretary’s …

EAM Jaishankar invites Bangladesh counterpart Khalilur Rahman to visit India| India News

EAM Jaishankar invites Bangladesh counterpart Khalilur Rahman to visit India| India News

Indian high commissioner Pranay Verma met Bangladesh’s new foreign minister Khalilur Rahman in Dhaka on Sunday and extended an invitation from external affairs minister S Jaishankar to visit India at an early date, reflecting New Delhi’s efforts to rebuild bilateral ties. Indian high commissioner to Dhaka, Pranay Verma, with Bangladesh foreign minister Khalilur Rahman in Dhaka on Sunday. (X) The move came less than a week after Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s invitation to his Bangladeshi counterpart Tarique Rahman to visit India. India has signalled its intention to repair relations, which had fallen to their lowest point in decades under the interim government led by Muhammad Yunus. During the meeting with Khalilur Rahman, Verma expressed the Indian government’s “readiness to work closely with the new government of Bangladesh to further advance bilateral cooperation”, according to a readout from the foreign ministry in Dhaka. Verma extended Jaishankar’s invitation to Khalilur Rahman “to undertake an official visit to New Delhi at an early date”, the readout said. Khalilur Rahman “indicated Bangladesh’s intent to build a forward looking and …