New Delhi: Russian President Vladimir Putin spoke with Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday, briefing him on his recent meeting with US President Donald Trump in Alaska.
According to a statement from the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO), Modi reiterated India’s consistent stance that the Ukraine conflict must be resolved through peaceful means, reaffirming support for all diplomatic efforts toward that goal. The two leaders also discussed key aspects of bilateral cooperation, underscoring the strength of the India–Russia strategic partnership.
Taking to X (formerly Twitter), Modi said:
“Thank my friend, President Putin, for his phone call and for sharing insights on his recent meeting with President Trump in Alaska. India has consistently called for a peaceful resolution of the Ukraine conflict and supports all efforts in this regard. I look forward to our continued exchanges in the days to come.”
India–Russia Strategic Ties
The conversation also touched on economic and defense cooperation. India continues to be a major buyer of Russian defense equipment, while Russia has emerged as the largest supplier of crude oil to India in recent years, accounting for around 36% of total imports.
This comes amid growing friction with the US, which has announced plans to raise tariffs on Indian exports over New Delhi’s continued purchase of Russian oil. India has emphasized that its energy imports are essential to ensure affordable and predictable energy costs for its citizens.
Global Diplomacy on Ukraine
The Putin–Trump summit in Alaska on August 15 ended without a breakthrough. Trump dropped his earlier call for a ceasefire in Ukraine, instead advocating for a comprehensive peace accord, arguing that ceasefire agreements “often do not hold up.”
Following the summit, India’s Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) welcomed the dialogue and reiterated that the way forward must be through diplomacy and dialogue, reflecting global calls for an early end to the conflict.
Looking Ahead
Global attention now shifts to Trump’s upcoming meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at the White House, which could mark a pivotal moment in ongoing peace negotiations.
