Breaking: PM Modi To Raise Zelensky’s Proposal With Putin During Crucial Russia Bilateral Talks

In a major diplomatic development, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to raise Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky’s proposal for talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin during their bilateral meeting on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit. Reliable sources confirm that Zelensky, just two days before Modi’s arrival in Russia, had called the Indian leader to express Ukraine’s willingness to hold direct discussions with Moscow despite the ongoing war.This move highlights India’s emerging role as a key mediator in global geopolitics. While New Delhi has traditionally maintained a balanced stance on the Russia-Ukraine conflict, Zelensky’s outreach signals Ukraine’s expectation that India may help create a bridge for dialogue. Modi’s mention of the matter with Putin is being closely watched by global powers, including the United States, which have a vested interest in the region’s stability.The meeting between Modi and Putin is expected to cover a wide range of issues, including energy, defense cooperation, and regional security. However, the Zelensky factor adds a new layer of importance. With eyes from Moscow, Kyiv, Washington, and beyond fixed on these discussions, India’s diplomatic weight in shaping global outcomes appears stronger than ever.