India urges peace role as Black Sea ship attacks threaten its sailors
India's foreign minister S Jaishankar met Ukraine's Andrii Sybiha to condemn recent Black Sea commercial vessel attacks and the death of an Indian seafarer.
During talks in New Delhi, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar expressed India's outright rejection of any attacks on merchant shipping in the Black Sea. He highlighted the loss of an Indian crew member in a recent incident and called for all parties to cease such actions. Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha reiterated Kyiv's accusation that Russia is worsening regional security. Both officials discussed how India could contribute to diplomatic efforts aimed at stabilising the maritime corridor.
Why it matters
The talks signal India's willingness to intervene diplomatically as maritime attacks threaten international trade and its citizens.
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