India’s external affairs minister, a career diplomat who has shaped New Delhi’s global stance and regional ties.
BRICS foreign ministers conference in New Delhi is ongoing as members push for reform of global governance while clashing over Israel-Gaza war, Iran-UAE tensions, and regional security. India chairs the group for 2026; no joint closing statement has emerged amid conflicting positions.
BRICS foreign ministers have convened in New Delhi amid persistent divisions over the U.S.-Israel conflict in the Middle East. India’s chairmanship has highlighted calls for reform of global governance while specific language on Gaza and regional security has faced reservations from some members. Iran has urged condemnation of Western actions, while the UAE and Saudi Arabia are cited as key divisive players.
U.S. officials have signalled a plan to reduce the pool of military capabilities available to NATO, cutting strategic bombers, some fighter deployments, naval assets and withholding certain drones, while senior U.S. diplomats are touring India to repair trade and energy ties and press Quad cooperation (as of 09 Jun 2026).
A fire at a Malviya Nagar hotel in New Delhi has killed at least 21 people and injured many more. Eight fire engines responded, with authorities investigating a possible link to a restaurant on the ground floor. Foreign nationals were among the victims and more than 40 people were rescued.
Venezuela’s acting President Delcy Rodriguez is visiting New Delhi with a ministerial delegation to discuss energy cooperation, trade and investment. Talks with Prime Minister Modi focus on upstream and downstream energy projects, with Venezuela’s oil increasingly routed to India as disruptions ripple through global supply routes.
Indian Foreign Minister Jaishankar has protested U.S. strikes on Indian-crewed vessels near Oman, prompting New Delhi to summon a U.S. diplomat. Three sailors have died in recent attacks; India warns vessels transiting conflict zones to exercise caution as tensions rise.
The latest clashes in the Gulf involve Indian crews on tankers attacked near Oman. India has summoned US diplomats as three Indian sailors are confirmed dead and others evacuated. Repatriation arrangements are being made for mortal remains, with ongoing diplomatic protests and questions about safety for seafarers.
Several vessels carrying Indian sailors have been targeted in the Gulf of Oman as the US enforces a blockade on Iranian oil. Attacks have killed three Indian sailors and injured others, prompting New Delhi to lodge protests and push for a de‑escalation of tensions.
The Indus Waters Treaty remains under strain as India suspends its participation after a Kashmir attack the Pakistan government denies involvement in. Pakistan warns any change to water flows could amount to war, while mediators push for dialogue and adherence to international law.