Russian President Vladimir Putin has praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s efforts to find a peaceful resolution to the Russia-Ukraine conflict, saying the Indian leader has “very good ideas” aimed at finding a solution acceptable to both sides.Putin made the remarks on Thursday during the annual Valdai International Discussion Club meeting. He said Modi repeatedly raises the issue of ending the Ukraine conflict despite the close and friendly relationship between India and Russia.Key HighlightsPutin praised PM Modi’s efforts to end the Ukraine conflict.He said Modi has “very good ideas” for mutually acceptable solutions.Putin said Modi regularly raises the issue during their meetings.Russia thanked Modi for supporting a peaceful resolution.India has consistently called for dialogue and diplomacy.Modi and Putin last met during the BRICS Summit in New Delhi.Putin Praises Modi’s Peace EffortsPutin said Modi is among the world leaders who continue to raise the need to end the conflict, even though India and Russia maintain close bilateral ties.According to Putin, the Prime Minister has a strong interest in finding mutually acceptable solutions and has shared ideas aimed at bringing the conflict to an end. He also said Russia appreciates Modi’s efforts to promote a peaceful resolution.Putin described Modi’s position as neutral while noting his interest in seeing the conflict end through peaceful means.India’s Position on Russia-Ukraine ConflictIndia has repeatedly called for dialogue and diplomacy to resolve the Russia-Ukraine conflict. PM Modi has previously told Russian President Vladimir Putin that lasting solutions cannot be achieved through warfare and has encouraged both sides to pursue peace talks.At a recent meeting, Modi reiterated that India supports efforts aimed at achieving peace and stressed the importance of moving away from continued conflict.India has maintained diplomatic engagement with both Russia and Ukraine throughout the conflict, while repeatedly presenting dialogue and diplomacy as the way forward.Modi and Putin Discuss UkrainePutin and Modi most recently met on the sidelines of the BRICS Summit in New Delhi in September. During their discussions, the two leaders addressed bilateral cooperation as well as developments related to the Ukraine conflict and ongoing peace initiatives.Putin’s latest comments come as international efforts to find a peaceful settlement continue. His acknowledgement of Modi’s role reflects Moscow’s stated appreciation of India’s continued emphasis on dialogue.The comments also come amid broader India-Russia discussions covering trade, energy, infrastructure, technology and other areas of bilateral cooperation.
