Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said President Putin is ready to meet Ukraine's Zelensky if all conflict-related issues are fully resolved. Zelensky seeks a swift meeting to stay in the spotlight. Lavrov criticised Zelensky's approach as publicity-focused, while Putin and US Presid
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on Thursday met Russian President Vladimir Putin at the Kremlin, conveying greetings from President Murmu and PM Modi. He briefed Putin on talks with Russian leaders and discussed preparations for the Annual Leaders Summit, global developments, and
US President Donald Trump criticised Ukrainian President Zelensky for refusing to cede territory to Russia. Trump plans to meet Russian President Putin to discuss a possible land swap deal. He hopes a direct meeting between Zelensky and Putin will follow to help end the conflict.
Vice President Vance said the US wants to stop funding the Ukraine war and seek peace. He urged European countries to take greater responsibility for the conflict, ahead of President Trump's upcoming meeting with Russian President Putin to discuss a possible ceasefire.
Foreign Affairs Expert Robinder Sachdev said PM Modi's call with President Putin comes at a crucial time, signaling a new world order. He highlighted India's independent foreign policy and its strategic partnership with Russia amid US tariffs and the Ukraine conflict deadline.
The meeting came a day after NSA Doval's discussions with Russian President Putin and Security Council Secretary Shoigu, and follows a recent phone call between PM Modi and President Putin.
I look forward to hosting President Putin in India later this year." PM Modi said. The leaders reviewed the progress in bilateral ties and reaffirmed towards further deepening the relationship