Jaishankar raises safety of Indian nationals in meeting with Russian counterpart Sergey Lavrov

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar met with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov in Astana during the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit. They discussed bilateral relations, noting progress since their last meeting. Jaishankar raised concerns about Indian nationals in conflict zones, urging their safe return. The meeting precedes Prime Minister Narendra Modi's upcoming visit to Moscow.