Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 04:02am on 16 Jan 2024,Tuesday India Global
India's External Affairs Minister, S Jaishankar, expresses deep concern over escalating threats to maritime traffic near India, citing direct impacts on the country's energy and economic interests. Jaishankar, after talks with Iran's counterpart, urges the international community to address the issue promptly. He emphasizes the need to prevent further violence and hostilities in West Asia. The minister also underscores India's support for a two-state solution in Palestine, calling for dialogue and diplomacy. The statement comes amid heightened tensions in the Red Sea, with recent Houthi attacks on ships and international airstrikes in Yemen.
