What Insights Did Putin Share with PM Modi Regarding His Meeting with Trump in Alaska?

Moscow/New Delhi, Aug 18 (NationPress) Russian President Vladimir Putin reached out to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday, providing insights regarding his recent discussions with US President Donald Trump in Alaska.

PM Modi reaffirmed India's steadfast commitment to a peaceful resolution of the ongoing conflict, along with New Delhi's backing for all associated efforts.

"I thank my friend, President Putin, for his call and for sharing his reflections on his recent meeting with President Trump in Alaska. India has consistently advocated for a peaceful resolution to the Ukraine conflict and supports all endeavors in this direction. I look forward to our continued dialogue in the future," PM Modi expressed on X following the conversation.

The two leaders also discussed various aspects of bilateral cooperation aimed at enhancing the Special and Privileged Strategic Partnership between India and Russia, agreeing to maintain close communication.

India welcomed the recent Summit meeting in Alaska between the US President and his Russian counterpart, highlighting the importance of their leadership in promoting peace.

"India appreciates the recent Summit meeting in Alaska between US President Donald Trump and President Vladimir Putin of Russia. Their leadership towards peace is commendable. India values the progress achieved during the Summit. The path forward must involve dialogue and diplomacy. The world desires a swift resolution to the conflict in Ukraine," stated the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA).

Putin and Trump engaged in discussions at the Arctic Warrior Convention Centre during the early hours of Saturday, India time. Key figures such as Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov, Presidential Aide Yury Ushakov, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, and US President’s Special Envoy Steve Witkoff were also present.

Both leaders reported progress over three hours of discussions, inching closer to resolving the Ukraine War, although no immediate ceasefire was announced.

"It’s not finalized yet at all,” Trump remarked to a Fox News interviewer after Friday's summit in Alaska. "And Ukraine must agree. President [Volodymyr] Zelensky needs to agree."

On August 8, Putin had previously contacted PM Modi to update him on related developments and forthcoming discussions.

"Considering the special privileged partnership between Russia and India, Vladimir Putin conveyed key outcomes from his meeting with US President's Special Envoy Steven Witkoff held on August 6 in Moscow. The Prime Minister thanked the Russian President for the information and reaffirmed India's unwavering commitment to resolving the situation surrounding Ukraine through political and diplomatic means. Additionally, Putin and Modi exchanged insights on vital bilateral topics, including trade, economy, and investment," the Kremlin statement after the call indicated.

On August 21, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov will engage in discussions with External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar, who will visit Moscow for the 26th meeting of the Intergovernmental Russian-Indian Commission on Trade, Economic, Scientific, Technical, and Cultural Cooperation.

"The ministers will explore pressing bilateral matters and urgent topics concerning interactions on international platforms," the Russian Foreign Ministry noted ahead of the visit.