Russian President Vladimir Putin has publicly praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s continued efforts to seek a peaceful resolution to the Russia-Ukraine conflict. Speaking at the Valdai International Discussion Club, Putin said Modi regularly raises the issue of ending the war during their meetings and has “very good ideas” aimed at finding a solution acceptable to both sides.
Putin highlighted that Modi continues to discuss the Ukraine conflict despite the close and friendly relationship between India and Russia. According to the Russian president, the Indian Prime Minister has shown a consistent interest in ending the conflict through peaceful means and dialogue.
The comments come amid continued international diplomatic efforts surrounding the Russia-Ukraine war. India has repeatedly called for dialogue and diplomacy as the way forward, while maintaining relations with both Moscow and Kyiv. Putin’s latest remarks underline Russia’s acknowledgement of India’s engagement on the issue.
Putin also expressed gratitude for Modi’s efforts and his stated desire to see the conflict end as soon as possible. The remarks have drawn attention to India’s diplomatic engagement at a time when international efforts to find a settlement remain ongoing.
The Russian president described Modi’s position as focused on finding a negotiated and mutually acceptable outcome. He also expressed gratitude to the Indian leader for his ideas and continued interest in efforts to end the war.
India has maintained diplomatic relations with both Russia and Ukraine while advocating dialogue to address the conflict. Modi has previously stressed India’s interest in peace and its willingness to support efforts aimed at finding a peaceful way forward.
Putin’s remarks therefore put fresh attention on India’s diplomatic engagement with Moscow and New Delhi’s broader approach to the Ukraine crisis. The Russian president’s public acknowledgement of Modi’s proposals also highlights the role India continues to seek in discussions surrounding the conflict.
At the Valdai forum, Putin specifically said Modi brings up the issue at their meetings and has ideas aimed at finding solutions acceptable to the parties involved. He also thanked the Prime Minister for his desire to see the conflict end peacefully and as soon as possible.
The statement is likely to keep India’s diplomatic role in focus as international efforts surrounding the Russia-Ukraine conflict continue.
While Putin has welcomed Modi’s approach, any eventual settlement would depend on negotiations and the positions of the parties directly involved in the conflict.
For India, the latest remarks underline the importance of its continuing diplomatic engagement with major global powers while maintaining its stated emphasis on dialogue and peaceful resolution.