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NDTV
07-07-2025
- Politics
- NDTV
S Jaishankar Holds Talks With Russian Counterpart Lavrov
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and his Russian counterpart, Sergey Lavrov, held a meeting on the sidelines of the 17th BRICS Summit in Rio de Janeiro on Sunday. In a statement shared on X, Russia's Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated, "Russia's Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov and Minister of External Affairs of India @DrSJaishankar hold a meeting on the sidelines of the XVII #BRICS Summit. Rio de Janeiro, July 6." The two leaders had earlier met in Johannesburg in February this year, where they had discussed the ongoing progress of bilateral cooperation between India and Russia. 🇷🇺🇮🇳 Russia's Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov and Minister of External Affairs of India @DrSJaishankar hold a meeting on the sidelines of the XVII #BRICS Summit 📍 Rio de Janeiro, July 6 #RussiaIndia #DruzhbaDosti — MFA Russia 🇷🇺 (@mfa_russia) July 6, 2025 The BRICS summit, hosted by Brazil, brought together leaders from Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa, as well as new members Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, the UAE, and Indonesia. During the BRICS Summit on Sunday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi asserted that condemning terrorism must be a "principle" rather than a matter of "convenience", describing it as the "most serious challenge" for humanity in the current global scenario. Addressing the BRICS Session on Peace and Security, the Prime Minister highlighted the recent terror attack in Pahalgam in Jammu and Kashmir on April 22 as a stark reminder of terrorism's threat to global peace and called for unwavering international solidarity. He stated that the attack was a blow to the "soul, identity, and dignity" of India, acknowledging the international support that the nation received in solidarity. "Terrorism has become the most serious challenge for humanity today. Recently India faced an inhuman and cowardly terrorist attack. On 22 April, the terrorist attack in Pahalgam was a direct attack on the soul, identity, and dignity of India. This attack was a blow not only to India but to the entire humanity. In this hour of grief, I express my heartfelt gratitude to the friendly countries who stood with us, who expressed support and condolences," the PM stated. "Condemning terrorism should be our 'principle', not just a 'convenience'. If we first see in which country the attack took place and against whom, then it would be a betrayal against humanity," he added. In a statement shared on X, Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal stated, "PM @narendramodi delivered his address at the session on 'Peace & Security' during the 17th BRICS Summit in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. PM stated that terrorism was a grave threat to humanity and called upon BRICS to strengthen the global fight against the menace. Thanking countries for strongly condemning the Pahalgam terror attack and expressing solidarity for India, he urged zero tolerance for terrorism. He reaffirmed that India stands for dialogue and diplomacy to resolve conflicts and achieve global peace." PM @narendramodi delivered his address at the session on 'Peace & Security' during the 17th BRICS Summit in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. PM stated that terrorism was a grave threat to humanity and called upon BRICS to strengthen the global fight against the menace. Thanking… — Randhir Jaiswal (@MEAIndia) July 6, 2025 During the BRICS Summit on 'Peace and Security and Reform of Global Governance', PM Modi stressed the urgent need to reform outdated global institutions to reflect the realities of the 20th century. He highlighted the systemic inequalities and inefficiencies that the Global South faced, noting that the interests of the region have never been "prioritised". The Prime Minister also highlighted the expansion of BRICS as a model for adaptability and reform, welcoming Indonesia's recent inclusion and acknowledging the bloc's evolving role. "PM @narendramodi addressed the session on 'Peace and Security and Reform of Global Governance' at the 17th BRICS Summit in Rio de Janeiro. PM underscored the urgent need to reform outdated global institutions to reflect the realities of the 20th century. He called for strengthening multipolarity for an inclusive world that amplifies the voice of the Global South," Jaiswal posted on X.
India Gazette
06-07-2025
- Politics
- India Gazette
EAM Jaishankar holds talks with Russian counterpart Lavrov on sidelines of BRICS Summit
Rio de Janeiro [Brazil], July 7 (ANI): External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and his Russian counterpart, Sergey Lavrov, held a meeting on the sidelines of the 17th BRICS Summit in Rio de Janeiro on Sunday. In a statement shared on X, Russia's Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated, 'Russia's Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov and Minister of External Affairs of India @DrSJaishankar hold a meeting on the sidelines of the XVII #BRICS Summit. Rio de Janeiro, July 6.' The two leaders had earlier met in Johannesburg in February this year, where they had discussed the ongoing progress of bilateral cooperation between India and Russia. The BRICS summit, hosted by Brazil, brought together leaders from Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa, as well as new members Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, the UAE, and Indonesia. During the BRICS Summit on Sunday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi asserted that condemning terrorism must be a 'principle' rather than a matter of 'convenience', describing it as the 'most serious challenge' for humanity in the current global scenario. Addressing the BRICS Session on Peace and Security, the Prime Minister highlighted the recent terror attack in Pahalgam in Jammu and Kashmir on April 22 as a stark reminder of terrorism's threat to global peace and called for unwavering international solidarity. He stated that the attack was a blow to the 'soul, identity, and dignity' of India, acknowledging the international support that the nation received in solidarity. 'Terrorism has become the most serious challenge for humanity today. Recently India faced an inhuman and cowardly terrorist attack. On 22 April, the terrorist attack in Pahalgam was a direct attack on the soul, identity, and dignity of India. This attack was a blow not only to India but to the entire humanity. In this hour of grief, I express my heartfelt gratitude to the friendly countries who stood with us, who expressed support and condolences,' the PM stated. 'Condemning terrorism should be our 'principle', not just a 'convenience'. If we first see in which country the attack took place and against whom, then it would be a betrayal against humanity,' he added. In a statement shared on X, Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal stated, 'PM @narendramodi delivered his address at the session on 'Peace & Security' during the 17th BRICS Summit in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. PM stated that terrorism was a grave threat to humanity and called upon BRICS to strengthen the global fight against the menace. Thanking countries for strongly condemning the Pahalgam terror attack and expressing solidarity for India, he urged zero tolerance for terrorism. He reaffirmed that India stands for dialogue and diplomacy to resolve conflicts and achieve global peace.' During the BRICS Summit on 'Peace and Security and Reform of Global Governance', PM Modi stressed the urgent need to reform outdated global institutions to reflect the realities of the 20th century. He highlighted the systemic inequalities and inefficiencies that the Global South faced, noting that the interests of the region have never been 'prioritised'. The Prime Minister also highlighted the expansion of BRICS as a model for adaptability and reform, welcoming Indonesia's recent inclusion and acknowledging the bloc's evolving role. 'PM @narendramodi addressed the session on 'Peace and Security and Reform of Global Governance' at the 17th BRICS Summit in Rio de Janeiro. PM underscored the urgent need to reform outdated global institutions to reflect the realities of the 20th century. He called for strengthening multipolarity for an inclusive world that amplifies the voice of the Global South,' Jaiswal posted on X. (ANI)
Egypt Today
11-05-2025
- Politics
- Egypt Today
Egypt's Foreign Minister Holds Phone Calls with Indian and Pakistani Counterparts to Support Ceasefire Efforts
Egyptian Minister of Foreign Affairs Badr Abdelatty spoke with Subrahmanyam Jaishankar, Minister of External Affairs of India, and Ishaq Dar, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Pakistan CAIRO – 11 May 2025: Egyptian Minister of Foreign Affairs and Emigration Badr Abdelatty held separate phone calls with Subrahmanyam Jaishankar, Minister of External Affairs of India, and Ishaq Dar, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Pakistan, on Sunday. During the calls, Minister Abdelatty welcomed the ceasefire agreement announced by India and Pakistan on May 10, 2025. He expressed Egypt's full support for this significant step and commended both nations for their wise decision, which contributes to de-escalation, fosters calm, and promotes security and stability in the South Asian region. He emphasized the importance of upholding the ceasefire as a foundation for building mutual trust and fulfilling the aspirations of the Indian and Pakistani peoples for peace, cooperation, and development. For their part, the foreign ministers of India and Pakistan expressed appreciation for Egypt's constructive stance and its efforts to promote calm and regional stability. They also welcomed Egypt's diplomatic outreach and affirmed the strength of bilateral relations between Egypt and both South Asian nations. The nuclear-armed South Asian neighbors agreed to a ceasefire on Saturday after four days of fighting—the worst in decades—that threatened to escalate into full-scale war. The Indian foreign secretary announced that both countries agreed to immediately stop the fighting, effective at 5 PM (1130 GMT) today, following talks between their military chiefs. Pakistani Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar confirmed on X: 'Pakistan and India have agreed to a ceasefire with immediate effect.' Several civilians were reportedly killed and many more were injured in the exchanges of attacks initiated by India in response to a last month massacre of 26 people, most of them Indian tourists, in Kashmir – a territory divided between the two nations but claimed in full by both. Additional reporting by Amr Mohamed Kandil
