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Bettel praised India for engaging both Russia and Ukraine.
He cited External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar’s visits to Moscow and Kyiv as an example.
He said India helps prevent global food crises and supports Black Sea trade.
He also warned of supply chain disruptions in West Asia affecting fertilizers.
Why it mattersIt shows how India’s diplomatic positioning is being viewed by a European partner, which could affect future cooperation and regional policy alignment.
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He criticized certain unilateral actions by the U.S. and Israel concerning Iran.