NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday held a conversation with Russian PresidentVladimir Putin, focusing on the ongoingRussia-Ukraine conflictfollowing visit to Kyiv.In a post on X,PM Modisaid, "Discussed measures to further strengthenSpecial and Privileged Strategic Partnership. Exchanged perspectives on the Russia-Ukraine conflict and my insights from the recent visit to Ukraine.Reiterated Indiaâs firm commitment to support an early, abiding andpeaceful resolutionof the conflict."PM Modiâs dialogue with Putin follows his recent visit to Ukraine and Indiaâs continued efforts to advocate for a peaceful resolution to the ongoing conflict.The ministry of external affairs, in a press release, highlighted key insights from the conversation. It noted that PM Modi recalled his successful visit to Russia last month for the 22nd India-Russia Bilateral Summit. The two leaders reviewed progress on several bilateral issues and discussed measures to further enhance the Special and Privileged Strategic Partnership between the two nations.They also exchanged views on a range of regional and global issues of mutual interest, including the Russia-Ukraine conflict. PM Modi shared his observations from his recent visit to Ukraine and emphasized the importance of dialogue, diplomacy, and sincere engagement among all stakeholders to achieve a lasting and peaceful resolution.The leaders agreed to remain in touch and continue their discussions on these critical issues.A day earlier, PM Modi also spoke to US President Joe Biden exchanging views on various regional and global issues, including the situation in Ukraine.PM Modi said, " I reiterated Indiaâs full support for early return of peace and stability. We also discussed the situation in Bangladesh and stressed on the need for early restoration of normalcy, and ensuring the safety and security of minorities, especially Hindus, in Bangladesh."
