Indian PM Modi visits Russia to hold talks with Putin
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is visiting Russian President Vladimir Putin for the first time since Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine began more than two years ago.
The Indian foreign ministry spokesman in New Delhi said ahead of the trip that Mr Modi would likely discuss the Russia-Ukraine conflict during his visit.
“We will always strive for a peaceful resolution of this issue as quickly as possible, which will be beneficial for everyone,” he said.
The spokesman said the return of Indians from the war in Ukraine is likely to be discussed as well.
He added that they had been coerced under false pretences to work for the Russian army.
Estimates suggest that this involves around 30 to 45 Indian citizens.
Mr Modi plans to travel to Austria after his trip to Russia.
On Monday, Mr Modi wrote on X, “These visits will be a wonderful opportunity to deepen ties with these nations, with whom India has time-tested friendship.”
A banquet with Mr Putin is planned for Monday evening.
Russia is an important energy supplier for India.
Revenue from the sale of Russian oil, which India receives at a discount due to the Western embargo against Moscow, allows Mr Putin to continue financing the war in Ukraine.
India has taken a neutral stance towards Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
It maintains good relations with the West and Russia, where Mr Modi last visited in 2019.
(dpa/NAN)
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