What happened?
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar warned Pakistan against any military attacks on India, stating that India would respond “very, very firmly”. Jaishankar’s remarks were made at the 20th India-Iran Joint Commission Meeting in New Delhi. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi arrived in New Delhi on 7 May 2025 for a scheduled visit amidst the rising tensions between India and Pakistan. Earlier that day, Jaishankar also met with Saudi Arabia’s Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Adel al-Jubeir, who made an unannounced visit to Delhi.
Why it matters to India
Jaishankar’s strong statement underscores India’s firm stance against any Pakistani military aggression, demonstrating India’s commitment to protecting its sovereignty and security. The concurrent meetings with the Foreign Ministers of Iran and Saudi Arabia are diplomatically significant, indicating India’s active engagement with key regional players amidst the tensions with Pakistan.