EAM Dr S Jaishankar has strongly raised India's concerns over the safety of its seafarers, following the deaths of four Indian nationals in a Russian missile strike on a cargo vessel in the Black Sea.External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar raised the issue during bilateral discussions with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov on the sidelines of the ASEAN FMs meet in Manila, emphasising the need to protect civilian merchant mariners operating in high-risk zones.The deaths occurred on 19 July when the Guinea-Bissau-flagged MV Golden Leo, carrying grain from Ukraine's Odesa port, was hit by Russian cruise missiles. Of the 17 crew members, five were Indian; four died, and one was critically injured. India swiftly summoned Russia's chargé d'affaires, Vladimir Ladanov, to the Ministry of External Affairs, conveying "grave concerns" and a strong condemnation of attacks on commercial shipping. The Kremlin responded that it remained in touch with Indian partners, noting that its forces target vessels involved in transporting ammunition or weapons for Ukraine.In the wider bilateral meeting, the two sides discussed various aspects of the India-Russia Special and Privileged Strategic Partnership. Indian readout said they "discussed various aspects of our partnership, including trade &amp; investment, energy &amp; connectivity, science &amp; technology, and mobility".Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/how-russia-ukraine-war-is-reshaping-energy-flows-food-prices-defence-spending-and-india-s-strategy-wion-decodes-1783337395169">How Russia-Ukraine war is reshaping energy flows, food prices, defence spending and India’s strategy | WION Decodes</a>Both countries are aiming to push bilateral commerce towards a $100 billion target. Energy cooperation, connectivity projects such as the International North-South Transport Corridor and the Northern Sea Route, science and technology initiatives, and greater mobility of skilled professionals remain key elements of ties.The ministers exchanged views on regional and global issues, including the ongoing conflict in Ukraine and the volatile situation in the Gulf/West Asia.India reiterated its consistent position favouring dialogue and diplomacy to resolve conflicts, while stressing the protection of sea lanes and civilian lives.The talks come ahead of the BRICS Summit, where Russian President Vladimir Putin is expected to visit India later in 2026. The grouping, now expanded, offers a platform for both nations to advance multipolar cooperation on economic resilience and global governance.

The deaths occurred on 19 July when the Guinea-Bissau-flagged MV Golden Leo, carrying grain from Ukraine's Odesa port, was hit by Russian cruise missiles. Of the 17 crew members, five were Indian; four died, and one was critically injured.

EAM Dr S Jaishankar has strongly raised India's concerns over the safety of its seafarers, following the deaths of four Indian nationals in a Russian missile strike on a cargo vessel in the Black Sea. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar raised the issue during bilateral discussions with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov on the sidelines of the ASEAN FMs meet in Manila, emphasising the need to protect civilian merchant mariners operating in high-risk zones. The deaths occurred on 19 July when the Guinea-Bissau-flagged MV Golden Leo, carrying grain from Ukraine's Odesa port, was hit by Russian cruise missiles. Of the 17 crew members, five were Indian; four died, and one was critically injured. India swiftly summoned Russia's chargé d'affaires, Vladimir Ladanov, to the Ministry of External Affairs, conveying "grave concerns" and a strong condemnation of attacks on commercial shipping. The Kremlin responded that it remained in touch with Indian partners, noting that its forces target vessels involved in transporting ammunition or weapons for Ukraine. In the wider bilateral meeting, the two sides discussed various aspects of the India-Russia Special and Privileged Strategic Partnership. Indian readout said they "discussed various aspects of our partnership, including trade & investment, energy & connectivity, science & technology, and mobility". Also read | How Russia-Ukraine war is reshaping energy flows, food prices, defence spending and India’s strategy | WION Decodes Both countries are aiming to push bilateral commerce towards a $100 billion target. Energy cooperation, connectivity projects such as the International North-South Transport Corridor and the Northern Sea Route, science and technology initiatives, and greater mobility of skilled professionals remain key elements of ties. The ministers exchanged views on regional and global issues, including the ongoing conflict in Ukraine and the volatile situation in the Gulf/West Asia. India reiterated its consistent position favouring dialogue and diplomacy to resolve conflicts, while stressing the protection of sea lanes and civilian lives. The talks come ahead of the BRICS Summit, where Russian President Vladimir Putin is expected to visit India later in 2026. The grouping, now expanded, offers a platform for both nations to advance multipolar cooperation on economic resilience and global governance.

The deaths occurred on 19 July when the Guinea-Bissau-flagged MV Golden Leo, carrying grain from Ukraine's Odesa port, was hit by Russian cruise missiles. Of the 17 crew members, five were Indian; four died, and one was critically injured.

India’s EAM Jaishankar voices ‘strong concern’ over seafarer safety in talks with Russian FM Lavrov

India's <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/russia-backs-india-on-abrogation-of-article-370-246235">external affairs minister S Jaishankar</a> who is on a two-day India visit to Moscow held "intensive and focused" bilateral talks with his Russian counterpart Sergey Lavrov in the Russian capital during which he briefed him about abrogation of Article 370.

Speaking after the meeting at a joint briefing, India's external affairs minister Jaishankar said: "I took the opportunity to brief foreign minister Lavrov on recent legislative changes which had happened with respect to Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh and on this matter I definitely saw full understanding on part of Russia that this was an internal matter and our issues with Pakistan should be discussed bilaterally."

Russia was the first permanent five(P-5) representative of the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/in-moscow-indias-foreign-minister-jaishankar-slams-pakistan-for-supporting-terror-246110">United Nation Security Council(UNSC) </a>to back New Delhi's August 5th decision to remove special status for the erstwhile state of Jammu and Kashmir.&nbsp;

The visiting Indian minister discussed the upcoming visit of PM Modi to Vladivostok for the eastern economic forum(EEF) next week and the annual India-Russia summit. Military technical cooperation will be one of the focus areas when PM Modi meets Russian President Putin.

"Both of us were satisfied with the state of preparations and we expect good outcomes from Vladivostok," India's external affairs minister added.

"Our attention is on preparations for Prime Minister Modi's upcoming visit to Russia&nbsp;where he will hold talks with President Putin and attend the fifth Eastern Economic Forum in Vladivostok as a guest of honor. We discussed in detail the agenda of the meeting and agreed that we are moving in the right direction." Sergey Lavrov said.

Both sides covered a number of regional and global issues including the situation in the Middle-East and Afghanistan.

Defence remains one of the main pillars of India-Russia ties. Last year during the annual summit which alternates between the two countries, the S-400 deal was announced.

Earlier, there were issues related to the advance payment of S-400 missile defence system which has been settled between the two countries. The S-400 timetable on delivery of the system to India has been proceeding according to schedule.

India's external affairs minister S Jaishankar who is on a two-day India visit to Moscow held "intensive and focused" bilateral talks with his Russian counterpart Sergey Lavrov in the Russian capital during which he briefed him about abrogation of Article 370.

India's external affairs minister S Jaishankar who is on a two-day India visit to Moscow held "intensive and focused" bilateral talks with his Russian counterpart Sergey Lavrov in the Russian capital during which he briefed him about abrogation of Article 370. Speaking after the meeting at a joint briefing, India's external affairs minister Jaishankar said: "I took the opportunity to brief foreign minister Lavrov on recent legislative changes which had happened with respect to Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh and on this matter I definitely saw full understanding on part of Russia that this was an internal matter and our issues with Pakistan should be discussed bilaterally." Russia was the first permanent five(P-5) representative of the United Nation Security Council(UNSC) to back New Delhi's August 5th decision to remove special status for the erstwhile state of Jammu and Kashmir. The visiting Indian minister discussed the upcoming visit of PM Modi to Vladivostok for the eastern economic forum(EEF) next week and the annual India-Russia summit. Military technical cooperation will be one of the focus areas when PM Modi meets Russian President Putin. "Both of us were satisfied with the state of preparations and we expect good outcomes from Vladivostok," India's external affairs minister added. "Our attention is on preparations for Prime Minister Modi's upcoming visit to Russia where he will hold talks with President Putin and attend the fifth Eastern Economic Forum in Vladivostok as a guest of honor. We discussed in detail the agenda of the meeting and agreed that we are moving in the right direction." Sergey Lavrov said. Both sides covered a number of regional and global issues including the situation in the Middle-East and Afghanistan. Defence remains one of the main pillars of India-Russia ties. Last year during the annual summit which alternates between the two countries, the S-400 deal was announced. Earlier, there were issues related to the advance payment of S-400 missile defence system which has been settled between the two countries. The S-400 timetable on delivery of the system to India has been proceeding according to schedule.

Jaishankar briefs Russian foreign minister Lavrov on Kashmir; discusses upcoming visit of PM Modi to Russia

India's external affairs minister S&nbsp;Jaishankar met Russian foreign minister Lavrov in Moscow today.

&nbsp;Jaishankar&nbsp;told his Russian counterpart that he had started his diplomatic career in the Russian capital.

"I look forward for productive talks,"&nbsp;Jaishankar&nbsp;told Lavrov as the Indian delegation met their hosts.

PM Modi will be visiting Vladivostok next week for the Eastern Economic Forum in Vladivostok from September 4 to 6. The Indian prime minister will also be meeting President Putin at the 20th annual bilateral summit.

Jaishankar who is on a two-day visit to Moscow ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's official engagement had <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/its-a-complex-relationship-with-china-a-relationship-with-great-future-s-jaishankar-in-moscow-246164">addressed the Valdai Club</a> on Tuesday&nbsp;where he discussed the "Indo-Pacific concept" and hoped that Russia will have its own "version of Indo-pacific".

"All interested powers look at it with an open mind, treat the Indo-Pacific as part of the changing world and look at it as an old concept that has found a new relevance and join the debate."

"There is an Indo-Pacific message in Vladivostok," he added.

On the first day, S Jaishankar unveiled a Gandhi statue at the Indian Embassy premises on the occasion of the 150th birth anniversary of 'father of nation' Mahatma Gandhi.

India's external affairs minister S Jaishankar met Russian foreign minister Lavrov in Moscow today. Jaishankar told his Russian counterpart that he had started his diplomatic career in the Russian capital.

India's external affairs minister S Jaishankar met Russian foreign minister Lavrov in Moscow today. Jaishankar told his Russian counterpart that he had started his diplomatic career in the Russian capital. "I look forward for productive talks," Jaishankar told Lavrov as the Indian delegation met their hosts. PM Modi will be visiting Vladivostok next week for the Eastern Economic Forum in Vladivostok from September 4 to 6. The Indian prime minister will also be meeting President Putin at the 20th annual bilateral summit. Jaishankar who is on a two-day visit to Moscow ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's official engagement had addressed the Valdai Club on Tuesday where he discussed the "Indo-Pacific concept" and hoped that Russia will have its own "version of Indo-pacific". "All interested powers look at it with an open mind, treat the Indo-Pacific as part of the changing world and look at it as an old concept that has found a new relevance and join the debate." "There is an Indo-Pacific message in Vladivostok," he added. On the first day, S Jaishankar unveiled a Gandhi statue at the Indian Embassy premises on the occasion of the 150th birth anniversary of 'father of nation' Mahatma Gandhi.

Jaishankar meets Russian foreign minister Lavrov in Moscow