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News18•23-09-2026, 01:00
Jaishankar Urges Dialogue, Diplomacy for Russia-Ukraine Peace at UN Meeting
  • •External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha during the UN General Assembly session.
  • •Jaishankar reiterated India's stance that dialogue and diplomacy are essential for a peaceful resolution to the Russia-Ukraine conflict.
  • •This meeting follows Jaishankar's earlier visit to Kyiv, highlighting ongoing engagement with Ukraine.
  • •MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal emphasized India's readiness to contribute to peace efforts between Russia and Ukraine.
  • •Ukrainian FM Sybiha discussed peace efforts, bilateral cooperation, and the critical need for restoring freedom of navigation in the Black Sea for global food security.

Key Questions Answered

During their meeting on the margins of the UN General Assembly in New York, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha discussed recent developments in the Russia-Ukraine conflict, peace efforts, and bilateral cooperation. They also addressed the situation in the Black Sea, its market implications, and the critical importance of restoring freedom of navigation for global food security.

India maintains that dialogue and diplomacy are the way forward for a peaceful resolution of the conflict. The government has communicated to both Ukraine and Russia that India is ready to contribute in any way possible, echoing the prime minister's sentiment that endless wars must give way to an early end through negotiation.

Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha stated that he was pleased to meet S Jaishankar to discuss peace efforts, bilateral cooperation, and international developments. Highlighting discussions on the Black Sea situation and food security, Sybiha noted that Ukraine is ready to play a constructive role and values India's engagement.

Jaishankar to Ukrainian Foreign Minister: Dialogue and Diplomacy are the Way Forward