Jaishankar addresses India's worries over US' Russia sanctions bill

India Jul 03, 2025

India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has weighed in on a new US bill that could expand sanctions on Russia—and possibly affect countries like India that maintain ties with Moscow.
To make sure India's interests are clear, the government has reached out to US lawmakers, especially around key issues like energy and security.

'We'll cross that bridge when we come to it'

Jaishankar said India's concerns have been shared through its embassy and ambassador, adding, "We'll cross that bridge when we come to it," signaling a careful wait-and-see approach.
He also emphasized the importance of the South China Sea for Quad partners (India, US, Japan, Australia), calling for peaceful solutions and underlining how vital this region is for everyone involved.