India-Russia Relation / President Putin called PM Modi, told him what he discussed with Trump in Alaska

India-Russia Relation: Russian President Vladimir Putin spoke to Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday over the phone. In this call, Putin shared information about his recent meeting with US President Donald Trump in Alaska. This phone call is also important because European leader Volodymyr Zelensky is going to meet US President Trump in Washington on the same night. This conversation has special importance for the world and India, especially in the context of the Ukraine dispute and India-US trade relations.

PM Modi's statement

Giving information about this call on his X handle, Prime Minister Modi wrote:

"Thank you to my friend, President Putin for sharing information about his phone call and his recent meeting with President Trump in Alaska. India has consistently called for a peaceful solution to the Ukraine dispute and supports all efforts in this regard. I look forward to our continued exchange in the coming days."

Midi clarified India's stand in this conversation and said that India is committed to a peaceful resolution of the conflict through diplomacy and dialogue. He reiterated India's policy to support all efforts in this direction.

India-Russia relations and global context

This phone call has taken place at a time when discussions about the Ukraine war are intensifying on the global stage. Recently, the US has imposed heavy tariffs on India, the reason for which is believed to be the deep trade and strategic ties between India and Russia. If the Ukraine dispute is resolved peacefully, it can be helpful in removing the tariffs imposed against India. India is a major partner of Russia, and that is why the results of the meeting between European leaders and Trump can also affect India.

Discussion on bilateral cooperation

Putin and Modi emphasized on further strengthening the special and privileged strategic partnership between India-Russia in this call. The two leaders discussed various aspects of bilateral cooperation, such as cooperation in trade, defense, and energy sectors. The two leaders agreed to remain in close contact and continue regular dialogue in the future as well.

Putin-Trump summit in Alaska

Last week, an important summit was held between President Putin and Trump in Alaska. During this, there was an intense discussion on the Ukraine war and Russia-US relations. In a joint press conference after the meeting, Putin had said, "If Trump were the President of America in 2022, then perhaps Russia's war with Ukraine would not have happened." This statement remains a topic of discussion on the global stage.

India's role and future prospects

India has always tried to play the role of a mediator for global peace and stability. India's neutral stance in the Ukraine dispute and advocacy for a peaceful solution makes it an important global player. Putin informing Modi about this meeting is an indication that Russia considers India a reliable partner.

Thank my friend, President Putin, for his phone call and for sharing insights on his recent meeting with President Trump in Alaska. India has consistently called for a peaceful resolution of the Ukraine conflict and supports all efforts in this regard. I look forward to our…

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) August 18, 2025