Iran, Israel relationship or absence of it source of concern, says External Affairs Minister Jaishankar
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Iran, Israel relationship or absence of it source of concern, says External Affairs Minister Jaishankar

The Hindu  

The relationship or absence of it between Israel and Iran has been a source of concern and some of India's diplomatic efforts are focused on that aspect, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said on Sunday. In an address at the Manama Dialogue in Bahrain, Mr. Jaishankar, without directly referring to attacks on commercial ships in the Red Sea by Houthi militants, said India has an interest in trying to mitigate the security situation. Talking about the importance of West Asia for New Delhi, the external affairs minister also highlighted India's sustained economic growth. In his remarks, Mr. Jaishankar also referred to the situation in the Red Sea and said the security domain is a key area for strategic regional cooperation.

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India among few that can engage Russia and Ukraine, Israel and Iran: Jaishankar
1 week, 4 days ago

India among few that can engage Russia and Ukraine, Israel and Iran: Jaishankar

India Today  

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Saturday underscored that India was among the few countries that could engage with both Ukraine and Russia, Israel and Iran amid the current geopolitical churn. #BTMindrush2025 | "Today, the world is grappling with the reality of industrial policies, export controls and #tariff wars," says Union Minister of External Affairs @DrSJaishankar. He added, "First and …

Jaishankar meets Foreign Ministers of Bangladesh, Sri Lanka and other south Asian counterparts
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Jaishankar meets Foreign Ministers of Bangladesh, Sri Lanka and other south Asian counterparts

The Hindu  

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar met with Bangladesh Foreign Affairs Adviser Md. ‘Coordinated flotilla’ Addressing the IOC’s inaugural session, which included ministers of more than 25 countries, and is co-hosted by the Ministry of External Affairs this year with the Oman Ministry of Foreign Affairs and organised by India Foundation, Mr. Jaishankar said the Indian Ocean was witnessing a “sharp …

EAM Jaishankar, Sa’ar discuss Trump's vision of connecting Israel with India, Europe, U.S.
1 month, 2 weeks ago

EAM Jaishankar, Sa’ar discuss Trump's vision of connecting Israel with India, Europe, U.S.

The Hindu  

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar met his Israeli counterpart Gideon Sa’ar in Germany and discussed several important matters, including the situation in West Asia and President Donald Trump's vision of connecting Asia, Europe, and the U.S. through Israel. 🇮🇳 🇮🇱 pic.twitter.com/65g5HjDhGY — Dr. S. Jaishankar February 15, 2025 A statement from the Israeli Foreign Minister's office said Mr. Sa’ar highlighted …

Pakistan’s support for terrorism is a ’cancer’ affecting its own stability, says Jaishankar
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Pakistan’s support for terrorism is a ’cancer’ affecting its own stability, says Jaishankar

Live Mint  

In a recent address during the 19th Nani A Palkhivala Memorial Lecture, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar discussed India's diplomatic relations with its neighbouring countries, highlighting that ties with Pakistan remain strained due to its persistent support for cross-border terrorism. Jaishankar remarked, “Pakistan remains the exception in our neighbourhood in view of its support for cross-border terrorism, and that cancer …

Iran, Israel tensions source of concern, says Jaishankar
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Iran, Israel tensions source of concern, says Jaishankar

Hindustan Times  

New Delhi: The tensions between Israel and Iran are a “source of concern” and India's diplomatic efforts are focused on addressing this issue, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said on Sunday. India has an interest in trying to mitigate the security situation arising from the conflict in West Asia because of its impact on trade, including the diversion of maritime …

Lack of Israel-Iran relationship a concern for India, says Jaishankar
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Lack of Israel-Iran relationship a concern for India, says Jaishankar

Firstpost  

“In recent times, for all of us, the relationship or absence of it between Israel and Iran has been particularly a source of concern, so some of our diplomatic efforts have focused on that particular aspect,” he said The relationship or absence of it between Israel and Iran has been a source of concern and some of India’s diplomatic efforts …

Jaishankar Reaffirms India's Support for Ceasefire in West Asia
4 months, 1 week ago

Jaishankar Reaffirms India's Support for Ceasefire in West Asia

Deccan Chronicle  

Rome: India supports an immediate ceasefire in West Asia and favours a two-state solution in the long-term, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar said Monday as he condemned terrorism, hostage-taking and civilian casualties in military operations.Speaking at the 10th edition of the MED Mediterranean Dialogue in Rome, Jaishankar said that India regards large-scale civilian casualties in military operations to be unacceptable …

'India is in regular touch with both Israel and Iran...': Jaishankar affirms New Delhi's support for ceasefire
4 months, 1 week ago

'India is in regular touch with both Israel and Iran...': Jaishankar affirms New Delhi's support for ceasefire

India TV News  

Rome: India supports an immediate ceasefire in West Asia and favours a two-state solution in the long-term, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said Monday as he condemned terrorism, hostage-taking and civilian casualties in military operations. Speaking at the 10th edition of the MED Mediterranean Dialogue in Rome, Jaishankar said that India regards large-scale civilian casualties in military operations to be …

India Calls for Restraint in West Asia as Tensions Escalate
5 months ago

India Calls for Restraint in West Asia as Tensions Escalate

Deccan Chronicle  

India expresses deep concern over escalating tensions in West Asia and urges all parties to exercise restraint and return to dialogue and diplomacy. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) expressed deep concern over the evolving escalation in the region and its ramifications for peace and stability. They reiterated their call for all concerned parties to exercise restraint and return to …

Grand Strategy | Tensions in the Middle East will Test India’s balancing Act in the region
6 months ago

Grand Strategy | Tensions in the Middle East will Test India’s balancing Act in the region

Hindustan Times  

The killing of Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah by the Israeli forces in Beirut, the latest in a series of events triggered by the attack on Israel by Hamas in October last year, is set to escalate tensions in the Middle East. However, recent developments and rising tensions in the Middle East could jeopardise India’s unique position and its ability to …

West Asia conflict hits trade flow, shipping cost up: EAM
6 months, 3 weeks ago

West Asia conflict hits trade flow, shipping cost up: EAM

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: The ongoing conflict in West Asia has understandably raised concerns about several contemporary initiatives, said External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on Friday. “Disruptions in crucial shipping routes, which have increased shipping costs and necessitated the rerouting of trade flows, are adding to our collective worries,” Jaishankar remarked while addressing the India-Mediterranean Business Conclave in Delhi. The Mediterranean, with …

Fallout of West Asia conflict emphasises need for derisking: EAM Jaishankar
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Fallout of West Asia conflict emphasises need for derisking: EAM Jaishankar

Hindustan Times  

The fallout of the Israel-Hamas conflict on trade, including disruption of shipping and rerouting of trade flows, has emphasised the need for derisking, external affairs minister S Jaishankar said on Friday. He said strengthening defence and security cooperation with Mediterranean nations should “parallel deeper economic links”. The conflict in West Asia has resulted in disruptions in crucial shipping routes that …

MEA Eases Travel Advisory For Indians Going To Iran And Israel, Urges Them To 'Remain Vigilant'
10 months, 4 weeks ago

MEA Eases Travel Advisory For Indians Going To Iran And Israel, Urges Them To 'Remain Vigilant'

ABP News  

Amid escalating tensions in West Asia, India eased its travel advisory for nationals traveling to Iran and Israel, noting recent developments in the airspace policies. Jaiswal, responding to a media query on travel advisories for Iran and Israel, advised Indian nationals to remain vigilant while traveling to these countries and to stay in touch with the Indian Embassy. External Affairs …

India in close relationship with Israel, can help address tension: Iranian ambassador Iraj Elahi
11 months, 1 week ago

India in close relationship with Israel, can help address tension: Iranian ambassador Iraj Elahi

Hindustan Times  

NEW DELHI: India can help address the tensions in West Asia in view of its relations with Iran and Israel and take on an active role in “preventing Israeli aggression”, Iranian ambassador Iraj Elahi said on Friday against the backdrop of further escalation in the region. Amid reports of an Israeli drone strike within Iran, Elahi sought to play down …

Eye on the Middle East | Amidst the Iran-Israel escalation loop, India is not spoilt for choice
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Eye on the Middle East | Amidst the Iran-Israel escalation loop, India is not spoilt for choice

Hindustan Times  

On April 13, Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Navy seized the MSC Aries, a Portuguese-flagged vessel owned by the Israeli billionaire Eyal Ofer’s Zodiac Group, as it crossed the Strait of Hormuz. More importantly, India had noted Israel’s April strike on Iran’s Consulate “with concern”, urging “all parties to avoid actions that go against commonly accepted principles and norms of …

India holding talks, taking other measures with Iran over Houthis' Red Sea attacks
1 year, 2 months ago

India holding talks, taking other measures with Iran over Houthis' Red Sea attacks

Firstpost  

India is engaged in diplomatic discussions with Iran and implementing measures to safeguard its exporters from disruptions caused by attacks on ships in the Red Sea by the Iran-aligned Houthi group in Yemen. Indian Foreign Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar held talks in Iran on Monday which he said had touched on the Red Sea situation. The Red Sea, which leads to …

Jaishankar to visit Iran in the backdrop of U.S.-U.K. attack on Yemen
1 year, 2 months ago

Jaishankar to visit Iran in the backdrop of U.S.-U.K. attack on Yemen

The Hindu  

In the backdrop of the escalation in the crisis in West Asia, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar will travel to Tehran on January 14-15, the Ministry of External Affairs announced on Saturday. The visit indicates continued engagement between New Delhi and Tehran even as the Iranian government faces verbal attacks from Israel, India’s other partner in the region. | Explained …

India Maintaining a Fine Balance in West Asia - News18
1 year, 4 months ago

India Maintaining a Fine Balance in West Asia - News18

News 18  

A country’s foreign policy has to reflect the change in its external relations and international developments. In that background, Prime Minister Modi wanted to extend India’s solidarity with Israel following the horrific terrorist attacks against its civilian population on October 7. The geopolitical context of India’s deep support for Palestine was the Cold War, the nonaligned movement, India’s difficult ties …

Explained | Have there been changes in India’s foreign policy?
2 years, 3 months ago

Explained | Have there been changes in India’s foreign policy?

The Hindu  

The story so far: By all standards, 2022 was a difficult year on the geopolitical and diplomatic stage, especially after Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in February. The most significant defence of India’s foreign policy was made by External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, who won accolades back home for calling out western “hypocrisy” on Russian oil flows to India. The government’s …

India-US ties can help deal with global, regional challenges: Jaishankar
4 years, 5 months ago

India-US ties can help deal with global, regional challenges: Jaishankar

Live Mint  

NEW DELHI: India-US partnership can make a difference in dealing with global and regional challenges at a time when the rules based world order needs to be upheld, Indian foreign minister S Jaishankar said on Tuesday. In his opening remarks at the third India-US 2+2 talks, Jaishankar noted that the world was more uncertain, with “much greater stresses and sharper …

Reaching understanding with China a big challenge: Jaishankar
4 years, 7 months ago

Reaching understanding with China a big challenge: Jaishankar

The Hindu  

Reaching an understanding with China is one of the big challenges before Sino-Indian relations, said External Affairs Minister Dr. S Jaishankar. Addressing the India@75 summit organised by the Confederation of Indian Industries, the Minister said India and China have similarities in various aspects as two of the biggest economies of the world, but an understanding between the two is a …

World Has a Lot Riding on India & China, Future of Ties Depends on Reaching an Understanding: Jaishankar
4 years, 7 months ago

World Has a Lot Riding on India & China, Future of Ties Depends on Reaching an Understanding: Jaishankar

News 18  

The world has a lot riding on India and China given their size and the impact, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said on Saturday, suggesting that the future of ties between the two countries would depend on reaching "some kind of equilibrium or understanding". Referring to evolving geo-politics, the external affairs minister also mentioned how the era of western dominance …

S Jaishankar holds talks with visiting Iran minister
5 years, 2 months ago

S Jaishankar holds talks with visiting Iran minister

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: External affairs minister S. Jaishankar on Thursday met his visiting Iranian counterpart Javad Zarif in New Delhi and “took forward the bilateral discussion on Chabahar”, the seaport in Iran that is if vital strategic significance to India. India has been worried over recent military tensions between the United States and Iran due to any possible fallout on its …

External Affairs Minister Jaishankar holds talks with his Iranian counterpart Javad Zarif
5 years, 2 months ago

External Affairs Minister Jaishankar holds talks with his Iranian counterpart Javad Zarif

India TV News  

External Affairs Minister Jaishankar holds talks with his Iranian counterpart Javad Zarif External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and his Iranian counterpart Javad Zarif on Thursday held extensive talks on fast-evolving situation in the Gulf region in the wake of frayed ties between Iran and the US over killing of Commander Qasem Soleimani. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and his Iranian …

Javad Zarif says Iran interested in diplomacy but not in negotiating with US, claims India can play a role in de-escalating tensions in Gulf
5 years, 2 months ago

Javad Zarif says Iran interested in diplomacy but not in negotiating with US, claims India can play a role in de-escalating tensions in Gulf

Firstpost  

India can play a role in de-escalating tensions in the Gulf region as New Delhi is an important player, Iranian Foreign Minister Javad Zarif said on Wednesday New Delhi: India can play a role in de-escalating tensions in the Gulf region as New Delhi is an important player, Iranian Foreign Minister Javad Zarif said on Wednesday. Addressing the gathering at …

India's relations with Arab world improved due to foreign policy under Modi govt: Sushma Swaraj
6 years, 3 months ago

India's relations with Arab world improved due to foreign policy under Modi govt: Sushma Swaraj

India TV News  

India's relations with Arab world improved due to foreign policy under Modi govt: Sushma Swaraj Today, India is also having good relations with those countries who are traditional rivals, like the US and Russia, Israel and Palestine, Saudi Arabia and Iran, the external affairs minister said. External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj, who arrived in Abu Dhabi on a two-day visit, …

External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj meets Iranian counterpart Javad Zarif at UNGA, discusses US sanctions
6 years, 6 months ago

External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj meets Iranian counterpart Javad Zarif at UNGA, discusses US sanctions

Firstpost  

New York: External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj held talks with her Iranian counterpart Javad Zarif and discussed bilateral issues, including the US’ sanctions against the major crude exporter which are set to be implemented in November. “There are developments taking place in different corners of the world,” Kumar said, adding that Zarif shared part of the discussion Iran is having …

India & Iran Need to Recalibrate Ties Amid US Oil Sanctions
6 years, 8 months ago

India & Iran Need to Recalibrate Ties Amid US Oil Sanctions

The Quint  

Pakistan, for long, has refused to provide land access to India. New Delhi was also planning to make this port part of the International North South Transport Corridor, and during the joint statement, this point was highlighted. The government will take a comprehensive view.” Significantly, a senior Iranian diplomat, while speaking at a seminar in New Delhi, warned India that …

India, Iran review bilateral ties, to strengthen connectivity through Chabahar port
6 years, 8 months ago

India, Iran review bilateral ties, to strengthen connectivity through Chabahar port

Live Mint  

New Delhi: India and Iran on Monday reviewed their bilateral ties and plans to strengthen connectivity through Indian investment in Iran’s Chabahar port besides import of Iranian crude oil in the wake of the US imposing sanctions on Tehran. Both sides agreed to “maintain the momentum of mutually beneficial multifaceted bilateral cooperation and exchanges between the two sides”, according to …

Iran nuclear deal: India will take all necessary measures to safeguard its interests post-US pullout, says MEA
6 years, 10 months ago

Iran nuclear deal: India will take all necessary measures to safeguard its interests post-US pullout, says MEA

Firstpost  

India on Thursday said it will take necessary measures to offset any adverse impact on its interests due to US President Donald Trump’s decision to dump the Iran nuclear deal. New Delhi: India on Thursday said it will take necessary measures to offset any adverse impact on its interests due to US President Donald Trump’s decision to dump the Iran …

India-Israel ties are all set to touch new highs
7 years, 2 months ago

India-Israel ties are all set to touch new highs

Deccan Chronicle  

In 1893, Swami Vivekananda famously invoked India’s embracing “inclusivity” in his seminal address to the World Parliament of Religions in Chicago by stating: “I am proud to tell you that we have gathered in our bosom the purest remnant of the Israelites who came to southern India and took refuge with us in the very year in which their holy …

Israeli envoy to India says ties more 'visible' under Modi, ahead of PM's July visit
7 years, 11 months ago

Israeli envoy to India says ties more 'visible' under Modi, ahead of PM's July visit

Firstpost  

Appreciating that Indo-Israel ties were more “visible” after the Modi government has come to power, Israel said today that India’s policy of not having a “zero-sum game” while dealing with the Jewish nation and the Arab countries has sent a strong message. New Delhi: Appreciating that Indo-Israel ties were more “visible” after the Modi government has come to power, Israel …

Watching India-Iran ties ‘very closely’: U.S.
8 years, 10 months ago

Watching India-Iran ties ‘very closely’: U.S.

The Hindu  

The United States is “watching very closely” India’s growing ties with Iran after it recently pledged $ 500 million for developing the Chabahar port and will see if its legal parameters and requirements are being met, the Obama Administration has told lawmakers. But how do we see India as partner in fighting extremism and financing terrorism?”, Cardin said as he …

India responds to a changing West Asia
8 years, 11 months ago

India responds to a changing West Asia

Hindustan Times  

India’s Middle East policy is now entering interesting times. External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj’s visit to Tehran this week days after Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Saudi Arabia is an indication that New Delhi is serious about its multi-vector policy towards the region. Not only has India finalized the draft Chabahar Agreement – also known as the International Transport …

Committed to expanding ties with Arab world relations Israel
9 years, 5 months ago

Committed to expanding ties with Arab world relations Israel

India TV News  

Amman: Ahead of his visit to Palestine and Israel, President Pranab Mukherjee today affirmed India's "unflinching commitment to sustaining and expanding relations" with the Arab world even as it pursues strong relations with the Jewish state. West Asia is a vital part of India's extended neighbourhood and millions of Indians live and work here.India's traditional support to the Palestinian cause …

Iran says no emergency in getting oil dues from India-IndiaTV News
9 years, 8 months ago

Iran says no emergency in getting oil dues from India-IndiaTV News

India TV News  

New Delhi: Ruling out any ‘emergency or urgency' in getting back USD 6.5 billion oil import dues from India, Iran today proposed that a part of this corpus can be invested in Indian projects there—assuaging concerns that an immediate payment outgo might hit India's forex reserves. The assurance by Iranian Ambassador to India, Gholamreza Ansari, assumes significance as there were …

Khurshid arrives in Iran, to discuss bilateral trade
11 years, 10 months ago

Khurshid arrives in Iran, to discuss bilateral trade

Firstpost  

External Affairs Minister Salman Khurshid arrived in Tehran on Friday on a three-day visit during which he will have talks with Iranian leadership on ways to increase commercial links with the sanctions-hit country to reduce huge bilateral trade imbalance. Tehran: External Affairs Minister Salman Khurshid arrived in Tehran on Friday on a three-day visit during which he will have talks …

39738: India walking Iran tightrope
14 years ago

39738: India walking Iran tightrope

The Hindu  

39738 9/2/2005 14:39 05 NEWDELHI6804 Embassy New Delhi CONFIDENTIAL 04 NEWDELHI2556|05 NEWDELHI5615|05 NEWDELHI6485 "This record is a partial extract of the original cable. Balancing Interests in Iran: Pipeline Trumps -------------------------------------------- 2. Larijani told the press that he sought India's help in the IAEA on Iran's nuclear program, insisted Iran was fully committed to international regulations related to the nuclear field, …

Energising relations
16 years, 10 months ago

Energising relations

The Hindu  

India ignores U.S. pressure and holds talks on further steps towards the gas pipeline project during Iranian President Ahmadinejads visit. Around the time Ahmadinejad was holding talks with the Indian leadership on important issues such as the Iran-Pakistan-India gas pipeline project, United States Defence Secretary Robert Gates issued bellicose statements against Teheran. Last year, the Secretary of State publicly advised …

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