PM Modi has ‘good ideas’ for settlement of Ukraine conflict: Putin
Russian President Vladimir Putin has praised Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his constructive ideas regarding a potential settlement for the Ukraine conflict. Putin noted that Modi frequently raises the issue during their meetings, reflecting India's active diplomatic interest in the situation.
Why it matters
This underscores India's evolving role as a diplomatic mediator in global conflicts and the strengthening of personal ties between world leaders.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has “very good ideas” on a mutual settlement of the Ukraine conflict and raises the issue at “every meeting”, Russian President Vladimir Putin has said.
Mr. Putin made the remarks on Thursday (October 1, 2026) at the annual meeting of the Valdai International Discussion Club, according to state-run TASS news agency.
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“As for Prime Minister Modi’s position on ending wars, I can say that he is one of those world leaders who, despite our very good, even friendly relations, including at the personal level, constantly raise the issue and ask questions about ending the conflict in Ukraine,” Mr. Putin said.
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