India deepens peace push as Ukraine lauds 'most comprehensive' proposal
· World · Indian Express, Times of India
Ukraine's Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha said India's proposal among those received by Kyiv is the 'most comprehensive'. President Putin said PM Modi 'constantly raises the question about putting an end to the conflict' and has 'very good ideas'. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar acknowledged India has gone 'beyond advocacy' and is talking to both sides. Delhi must focus on specific issues like grain and energy rather than sweeping territorial questions. Strikes on ports by both Russia and Ukraine have left farmers vulnerable and raised global food security concerns. Delhi's proactive role marks a shift from calling for peace to actively working for it.
Why it matters
Strikes on ports and vessels by Russia and Ukraine, two major grain exporters, have left farmers vulnerable and increased the risk of a global food shock; India's mediation efforts could ease these pressures without resolving the core conflict.
Read the original report — Indian Express
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