Jaishankar warns UNGA that distant conflicts penalize nations and disrupt global supplies.

At the United Nations General Assembly, India’s External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar warned that the Gulf conflict is imposing costs on countries far from the fighting, while those most affected often have little say. He condemned attacks on commercial shipping and seafarers and called on all parties to de-escalate, protect civilians, and keep energy and trade moving. Jaishankar also cautioned that conflict and geopolitical tensions are disrupting global supplies of food, fuel, fertilizer, and finance, and urged international efforts to address the wider fallout. He reiterated India’s opposition to terrorism and its support for a two-state solution and humanitarian assistance for Palestinians.
Jaishankar said India was prepared to help ease the crisis, particularly in relation to food and energy security.
On terrorism, Jaishankar said India would maintain its “zero tolerance” approach, that governments engaging in terrorism should be held accountable, and that India would exercise its right to defend itself.
Warning about pressure on global supplies and markets, Jaishankar said, “If the world is subjected to continuous pressure and threats all we need is one more step.”
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