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Jaishankar clarifies India's aid to Iranian ship after US attack

March 06, 2026 Ti AI ṣe iroyin Àwòrán tí AI ṣe

At the Raisina Dialogue 2026, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar responded to the US submarine sinking the Iranian frigate IRIS Dena by explaining India's permission for IRIS Lavan to dock in Kochi. He stated the decision was based on humanitarian grounds and that India supports UNCLOS and international law. Jaishankar emphasized understanding the geopolitical realities of the Indian Ocean.