India has moved beyond advocacy, engaging directly with Moscow and Kyiv, a first public admission of its mediation role, as Jaishankar told a Munich leaders’ meeting in New Delhi.
Prime Minister Modi’s August 31 summit with President Putin in Bishkek yielded praise for the Indian approach, with Putin calling Modi’s ideas “good” for a mutually acceptable peace.
Ukraine’s foreign minister Andrii Sybiha confirmed Friday that Kyiv received ceasefire proposals from India and three other nations, underscoring the country’s growing influence in stalled negotiations.
Jaishankar stressed that India’s current focus extends to ensuring safe passage for Black Sea vessels, alongside grain and energy supply discussions, as part of a broader strategy to de‑risk regional trade.
Looking ahead, the minister said a follow‑up round of talks will take place next week, with the aim of crystallising a detailed ceasefire framework that could open the way for humanitarian aid and economic normalisation.