India urges restraint on Gulf ship attacks, Jaishankar tells UNGA
India's External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar addressed the UN General Assembly on Saturday, calling for restraint amid ongoing attacks on commercial ships and seafarers in the Gulf region during the Iran-US conflict. Jaishankar condemned the targeting of commercial shipping as "simply unacceptable," urging all parties to de-escalate tensions, protect civilians, and ensure the uninterrupted flow of energy and commerce. He also expressed concern over the Ukraine conflict, now in its fifth year, and reiterated India's support for peace initiatives. Jaishankar emphasized the need for a two-state solution for lasting peace in the Middle East and highlighted India's humanitarian contributions for Palestinians. On the sidelines, he held discussions with Russian and Iranian counterparts on bilateral ties, BRICS cooperation, and the Gulf conflict.