India takes more active role in Russia-Ukraine peace efforts, Jaishankar says
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- India's External Affairs Minister S.
- Jaishankar stated that New Delhi is taking a more direct role in efforts to end the Russia-Ukraine war, engaging both sides on issues such as Black Sea shipping safety and energy shipments, marking a shift from years of cautious approach due to long-standing ties with Russia.
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Why It Matters
India has maintained a cautious approach to the Russia-Ukraine war due to its long-standing defense and energy ties with Russia, avoiding direct criticism while advocating for dialogue.
The external affairs minister’s comments point to a more active role for Delhi after years of taking a cautious approach to the war
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Published: 11:47am, 5 Oct 2026
India is taking a more direct role in efforts to end the conflict between Russia and Ukraine, engaging both sides on issues including shipping and reducing hostilities, Minister of External Affairs S. Jaishankar has said.
Speaking at a security conference over the weekend, Jaishankar said India in recent months has become “a little bit more involved beyond advocacy”.
The comments point to a more active role for New Delhi after years of taking a cautious approach to the war, in part because of its long-standing ties with Russia.
“We have conversations with both Russia and Ukraine in this regard. We are trying to be helpful, starting with the Black Sea safety of shipping issue,” he said, adding that talks have also covered energy shipments and “non-attack possibilities”.
What to Watch
AI outlook — possibilities, not facts
India will continue to engage both Russia and Ukraine on practical confidence-building measures like shipping safety
Likely · Within weeks
Open Questions
- What specific outcomes have emerged from India's talks with Russia and Ukraine?
- How will India's increased involvement affect its relations with Western nations?
- Are there plans for India to mediate formal negotiations between the two sides?
