Moscow | August 25, 2026
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar held wide-ranging discussions with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov in Moscow, covering bilateral cooperation as well as major regional and international developments.
The meeting included discussions on global challenges, multilateral issues and several ongoing regional situations, according to statements from the two sides.
Jaishankar described the conversation as a wide-ranging exchange focused on India's cooperation with Russia, regional hotspots and broader global challenges.
Ukraine, Iran and Afghanistan Among Key Issues
The situation surrounding Ukraine, Iran and Afghanistan also featured in the discussions, according to Russia's state-run TASS news agency, which cited the Russian Foreign Ministry.
The talks come at a time when developments in these regions continue to have implications for international diplomacy, trade, energy security and geopolitical relations.
India and Russia maintain long-standing diplomatic and economic ties, with cooperation extending across several sectors. Continued high-level engagement between the two countries provides an avenue for discussing both bilateral priorities and wider international developments.
Focus on Bilateral Cooperation
The meeting also highlighted the importance of maintaining communication between New Delhi and Moscow as global geopolitical conditions continue to evolve.
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The latest meeting is expected to contribute to continued diplomatic engagement between India and Russia, particularly on regional developments and areas of mutual cooperation.