Russian President Putin Set To Visit India After PM Modi's Invitation: Report
Russian President Putin will soon visit India for the first time since the Ukraine war to discuss the conflict and geopolitical changes with PM Modi.
Russian President Vladimir Putin is gearing up for a visit to India soon, following an invitation extended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his Moscow trip last year. This upcoming visit will mark Putin’s first trip to India since the Russia-Ukraine war erupted in 2022. He last visited India in 2021.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov confirmed on Thursday that preparations are in full swing, though he stopped short of providing a specific date. "President Vladimir Putin has accepted an invitation from the Indian head of government," Lavrov was quoted as saying by Russian news agency Tass.
Lavrov also highlighted that PM Modi chose Russia as the destination for his first foreign visit after securing a third term in office. "Now it's our turn," he remarked, emphasising the deep-rooted ties between the two nations.
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Key Discussions On The Agenda
When Modi and Putin meet, their discussions are expected to cover the ongoing Ukraine conflict and the shifting geopolitical landscape, particularly following Donald Trump’s return to the US presidency.
India has carefully maintained a neutral stance on the Russia-Ukraine war. Despite urging Putin that "this is not the era of war", PM Modi has refrained from publicly condemning Russia and has consistently abstained from UN resolutions critical of Moscow. His diplomatic balancing act was evident in 2024 when he became one of the few world leaders to visit both Moscow and Kyiv, where he held talks with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
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Modi-Putin Relationship In Spotlight
Modi and Putin’s camaraderie was on full display during the Indian leader’s visit to Moscow for the 22nd Russia-India summit. From a warm embrace and a firm handshake to sharing tea, watching a horse show, and even cruising in a golf cart driven by Putin himself — these moments went viral, showcasing their strong rapport.
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