Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar has publicly confirmed that India is actively engaged in diplomatic discussions with both Moscow and Kyiv. The primary focus of these talks involves establishing agreements concerning grain exports and ensuring maritime safety in the region.

While the specific details of these potential agreements remain limited, the initiative highlights India’s ongoing role as a diplomatic intermediary in the context of the broader conflict. The discussions appear aimed at mitigating the impact of the war on global food security, which has been significantly disrupted by the instability in the Black Sea region. By engaging with both sides, India is attempting to facilitate a framework that could protect essential maritime trade routes and stabilize the flow of agricultural commodities.

There is currently no indication of a formal breakthrough or a signed treaty. The Indian government has maintained a stance of strategic autonomy throughout the conflict, and these discussions reflect a continuation of that policy, prioritizing humanitarian and economic stability over taking sides in the geopolitical dispute. The Hindu reports that these talks are ongoing, though the outlet provides minimal detail regarding the specific mechanisms or timelines for these proposed agreements.