India's Stance on Iran-Israel Conflict: Diplomats Advocate 'Quiet Diplomacy'

• Top Indian diplomats Ruchira Kamboj, Taranjit Singh Sandhu, and Kanwal Sibal discussed India's reaction to the Iran-Israel conflict at News18 Rising Bharat Summit 2026.
• Diplomats agreed the situation is 'complicated' and requires careful handling, with India balancing ties with Iran, Israel, and the US.
• Kanwal Sibal suggested India express concern over US actions, while Ruchira Kamboj emphasized India's 'national interest' and 'issue-based decision-taking'.
• Taranjit Singh Sandhu highlighted the importance of 'quiet diplomacy' and the art of talking in navigating complex international relations.
• The panel noted India's increased abstentions in UN votes, reflecting a 'selective and nuanced approach' in a multipolar world, described as 'calibrated ambiguity'.