Indian PM Modi Offers Mediation to End Russia-Ukraine War
During the BRICS 2024 summit, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi had a significant conversation with Russian President Vladimir Putin, offering India’s help to mediate in the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict.
Modi reiterated India’s stance on global peace, stressing that a resolution to the war would not only benefit the countries directly involved but also the global community, particularly in economic terms.
BRICS 2024 highlights peace efforts
The BRICS 2024 summit, which brings together major developing nations including India, Russia, Brazil, China, and South Africa, provided an ideal platform for Modi to express his intentions. He emphasized that India, as a neutral player, is positioned to offer support in brokering peace between Russia and Ukraine, a conflict that has caused significant global economic and geopolitical shifts.
Modi-Putin discussion on conflict resolution
Modi, in his discussion with Putin, stressed India’s belief in peaceful dialogue and the need to prioritize diplomacy over military action. He noted the devastating toll the war has taken on innocent lives and economies, including rising energy prices and supply chain disruptions, further reinforcing the need for immediate action.
Although Putin has yet to respond formally to Modi’s offer, the diplomatic move underscores India’s growing influence on the global stage, particularly as a voice for peace and stability within BRICS.
