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Key Takeaways on Ukraine, Iran, Migration and India

Key Takeaways on Ukraine, Iran, Migration and India

From June 15 to 17, world leaders came together in France for the G7 (Group of Seven) meeting amid rising geopolitical tensions and economic instability. The meeting focused on the Russia-Ukraine war, the tensions in West Asia, artificial intelligence (AI) and global trade disruptions.  The G7, an informal forum of leading industrialised nations, comprises Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the UK and the US. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s presence at the 52nd edition of the summit drew global attention, amid renewed efforts to bring a resolution to the Russia-Ukraine war, now in its fifth year.  India also participated in the event, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi flagging concerns over the safety of Indian seafarers in the Strait of Hormuz, after attacks on commercial ships by the US Navy killed three Indians. Following three days of discussions, the G7 leaders released statements on major topics such as human trafficking, geopolitical issues and rebuilding international partnerships.  Here’s a look at what G7 brings for the world, what it means for India, and the developments to watch going …

PM Modi arrives in Delhi after concluding five-nation tour

PM Modi arrives in Delhi after concluding five-nation tour

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived at the Delhi airport on Thursday after concluding his five-nation visit to the United Arab Emirates, the Netherlands, Sweden, Norway and Italy. The Prime Minister`s final stop was Italy, where he held extensive talks with Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni and elevated bilateral ties to a “Special Strategic Partnership.” In a post on X after concluding the Italy visit, PM Modi said his discussions with Meloni covered a wide range of sectors and would add new momentum to India-Italy cooperation. Concluding a very productive visit to Italy. My discussions with Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni covered a wide range of sectors. A key outcome of the visit was our decision to elevate India-Italy ties to a Special Strategic Partnership, which will add new momentum to our… pic.twitter.com/3zjtt6uVeL — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) May 20, 2026 “A key outcome of the visit was our decision to elevate India-Italy ties to a Special Strategic Partnership, which will add new momentum to our cooperation in the years to come,” the Prime Minister said. During the …