Putin says PM Modi has very good ideas for peace
Russian President Vladimir Putin praised Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his persistent efforts and 'good ideas' regarding a peaceful resolution to the Russia-Ukraine war. Putin highlighted their strong personal relationship and noted that Modi consistently raises the need to end the conflict during their meetings.
Why it matters
The statement underscores India's unique diplomatic position as a mediator that maintains strong ties with both Russia and Western-aligned nations.
Amid renewed efforts, including by India, for cessation of hostilities in Ukraine, Russian President Vladimir Putin thanked PM Modi for his “ideas and persistent efforts” for peace, saying despite their good relations, the Indian PM had constantly raised with him the need to end the Russia-Ukraine war.Putin said PM Modi had very good ideas aimed at finding mutually acceptable solutions. In his latest peace message to Putin — on the sidelines of the SCO summit in Bishkek last month — PM Modi had told him it was time now to stop the “endless” war.
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