Russia welcomes India's, China's offers to mediate Ukraine conflict: Report
What's the story
Russian President Vladimir Putin has welcomed offers from Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping to mediate peace talks for the Ukraine conflict. The offers were reportedly made on the sidelines of the BRICS Summit. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov confirmed that Putin was receptive to their willingness to help facilitate dialogue. This development comes as United States President Donald Trump's attempts at brokering a peace deal have so far been unsuccessful.
Diplomatic overtures
BRICS summit showcased strong ties between Modi, Xi, Putin
The camaraderie between Modi, Xi, and Putin was evident during the BRICS Summit.
A notable moment was the three leaders smiling and holding hands on the summit's first day, symbolizing unity in a divided world.
India has emerged as a potential bridge between Russia and Ukraine due to its working ties with both nations.
Srinivaasan Balakrishnan, a director at the Indic Researchers Forum think tank, emphasized India's unique position to engage with Moscow, Tehran, and the West simultaneously.
Diplomatic stance
India appeals to Putin for end of war
India has made several appeals to Putin since the Ukraine invasion in 2022.
At the SCO Summit in Bishkek last month, Modi urged Putin to transition from "endless war" to "end of war."
He stressed that "dialogue and diplomacy" were essential for conflict resolution and offered India's assistance in peace efforts.
The Kremlin has acknowledged that India's position on Ukraine aligns with Russia's desire for peaceful resolution.
G20 Summit
Potential Putin-Zelensky meeting at G20 summit
Meanwhile, a possible face-to-face meeting between Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy could take place at the G20 Summit in December.
Zelenskyy has expressed willingness to attend if Putin does.
This comes after US envoys visited Moscow and Kyiv in an attempt to broker peace talks, but no tangible breakthrough was achieved.