External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar.
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Tuesday expressed concern over the Russia-Ukraine war and international tension. He said no solution can be found on the battlefield and both sides should start talks as soon as possible. Jaishankar emphasized that the sooner the dialogue process starts, the better it will be because the impact of this war is felt even globally.
Jaishankar is in Italy on a three-day visit to participate in the public relations session of the foreign ministers’ meeting of the G-7 countries. During this time, in an interview with an Italian newspaper, he described the two major conflicts taking place in Russia-Ukraine and West Asia as serious challenges to the international system.
You cannot be a spectator, you need to take the initiative – Jaishankar
He said that we cannot continue to be mere spectators. We must take the lead in these struggles. It may be difficult, but it is important to try to find common ground. India’s diplomatic efforts are going in this direction. Jaishankar said India has established communication with both Moscow and kyiv.
The entire world is bearing the brunt – Jaishankar
On the 1,000th day of the Russia-Ukraine war, Jaishankar called it a serious threat to global stability. He said that not only Europe but the entire world is bearing the brunt of the conflict. Everyone’s lives have been affected by this. The solution to this problem can only be possible through diplomacy.
Western Asia was also discussed
Jaishankar also expressed deep concern over the ongoing conflict in West Asia. He said that in such difficult times the international community must make efforts, no matter how challenging they may be. Jaishankar described international initiatives as the need of the hour and said countries must take concrete steps towards reconciliation.
