United States President Donald Trump intends to end the Russia-Ukraine war "once and for all," US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said on Sunday (local time).
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Saturday met his counterparts from the G4 countries (Germany, Japan, Brazil, and India) and discussed "reformed multilateralism" on the sidelines of the Munich Security Conference 2026 in Germany.
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Saturday met his Ukrainian counterpart Andrii Sybiha at the Munich Security Conference 2026 in the backdrop of the ongoing United States-led negotiations between Russia and Ukraine.
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Saturday met with G7 Foreign Ministers at the Munich Security Conference 2026, reiterating India's support for the UN80 agenda and underscoring New Delhi's role in safeguarding global security.
He alluded to German Chancellor Freidrich Merz remarks at the Munich Security Conference "coming back from a vacation from history" to explain the importance of IMEC at a time when global politics becomes more competitive, countries are rediscovering the importance of old trade geographie
Participating in a conversation titled 'Navigating Uncertainty: India and Germany in a World in Disarray', Jaishankar reflected on the evolving global order and the importance of strengthening India's ties with Europe and Germany.
Jaishankar was in conversation with German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul on the topic "Navigating Uncertainty: India and Germany in a World in Disarray." It was moderated by Roula Khalaf of the Financial Times.
Speaking at the Munich Security Conference, Jaishankar was asked whether the new trade agreement with the US would compel India to reduce its reliance on Russian oil, potentially impacting its strategic autonomy.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio reaffirmed strong transatlantic ties at Munich Security Conference, calling America "a child of Europe" and stressing shared history and values, while European leaders urged greater independence and self-reliance in defence.
In a post on X, Jaishankar said, "Pleased to engage with G7 Foreign Ministers today at @MunSecConf. Reiterated India's support of the UN@80 agenda, particularly meaningful reform of the UN Security Council."
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Saturday criticised the United Nations for failing to address pressing global conflicts, citing the wars in Ukraine and Gaza and praised American leadership for problem-solving, stating the US has played a key role in resolving issues, unlike the UN.