Foreign Minister S. Jaishankar has given a very big and clear message on the global diplomacy front during his important official visit to Kiev, the capital of Ukraine. He has strongly reiterated to the world that India is fully prepared to make every possible effort and make any constructive contribution to end this long and destructive war going on between Russia and Ukraine. At present, when the entire world is going through geopolitical turmoil, energy crisis, economic instability and human tragedy, India's stand is attracting the attention of the entire world. New Delhi has always emphasized that the solution to any problem cannot be found on the battlefield but only on the table of dialogue and diplomacy. This much-awaited and historic visit is scheduled between September 3 to 5, with the External Affairs Minister visiting Ukraine as well as Poland. This is the first high-level visit by the Indian External Affairs Minister to Kiev soil since Russia launched punitive military action and large-scale attacks against Ukraine. During his three-day strategic and diplomatic visit, S. Jaishankar is holding intensive bilateral discussions with the top leadership of Ukraine, key counterparts and Deputy Prime Minister of Poland Rodosław Sikorski. The main objective of these talks is not only to further strengthen bilateral relations but also to explore possible diplomatic avenues through which India can play the role of an impartial and credible mediator in efforts to restore global peace. Echo of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's peace message: It is necessary to move towards peace from endless war. Foreign Minister S. This statement given by Jaishankar is a direct extension of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's call for global peace, which he had recently raised prominently at international forums. During his bilateral meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Bishkek on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) summit, Prime Minister Narendra Modi had clearly said that for resolution of the conflict, the time has come for the world to move 'from endless war to ending war'. The Prime Minister had very sensitively underlined that every day wasted in war pushes the entire humanity several steps back, whereas every small step taken towards peace infuses a new hope, positive energy and enthusiasm in the human society. This diplomatic initiative of India is based on the principles of the sacred land of Mahatma Buddha and Father of the Nation Mahatma Gandhi, which has always shown the path of peace, non-violence, compassion and co-existence to the entire world. Prime Minister Modi has reminded the global community that today the biggest and primary call of humanity is to find a peaceful solution to all regional and international disputes as soon as possible. Today, as a strong and credible voice of the Global South, India has become a strong bridge for establishing dialogue between developing and developed countries. India's approach to critical issues such as international food security, restoration of supply chains and safety of civilians has always been humanitarian and pragmatic. Foreign Minister S. has special concern on regional security, situation in the Black Sea and security of Indians. Jaishankar's visit to Kiev is taking place at such a sensitive and tense time when concerns about security have increased in diplomatic circles. Recently, an Indian citizen died untimely after being hit by a horrific Russian air attack in Kiev, which has left the Indian government and the countrymen in deep shock. After this tragic incident, New Delhi has expressed its concern in the strongest terms and has stated that the safety of every Indian citizen living abroad is its top priority. Apart from this, India has also expressed deep concern over the continuous attacks on cargo and merchant ships on the vital sea routes of the Black Sea, as these routes are vital for global trade and food supplies. Despite all these complex challenges and regional geopolitical tensions, India remains fully committed to establishing peace and stability across the world while maintaining its strategic autonomy. India's clear stance that it is ready to provide all possible assistance in ending the conflict reflects its intention to provide humanitarian assistance to war-torn areas and pave the way for peace. As the international community is trying to find a permanent solution to this dire crisis, India's peaceful diplomacy is emerging as a new ray of hope on the global stage, which will prove to be a milestone in taking the entire world towards a stable, secure and cooperative future in the times to come.
