Diplomacy Amidst Crisis: Anand Sharma's Call for Unity

Senior Congress leader Anand Sharma praised India's diplomatic handling of the West Asia crisis, highlighting its skill and maturity. He emphasized the importance of national unity and the need for India to lead in mobilizing the Global South for peace restoration amidst emerging geopolitical and economic challenges.

Senior Congress leader Anand Sharma commended India's diplomatic efforts in managing the West Asia crisis, calling them "mature and skilful." He lauded New Delhi's ability to avoid "potential minefields" and urged the nation to spearhead a Global South unification to restore regional peace.

Sharma stressed the importance of national consensus and unity, highlighting that the government's efforts must be sustained through inclusive dialogue. The former commerce and external affairs minister noted that India's emphasis on peaceful diplomacy has long garnered international respect and now is the time to uphold that legacy.

Discussing the geopolitical fallout of the US-Israel conflict with Iran, Sharma warned about the severe economic disruptions affecting energy supplies and trade. With India's significant reliance on Middle Eastern resources, he urged immediate strategic response to mitigate energy and economic challenges.

(With inputs from agencies.)