Russia-Ukraine War / Zelensky may come to India soon, Putin will also visit, will the path to peace emerge from Delhi?

Russia-Ukraine War: Despite the initiative of US President Donald Trump, the war going on between Russia and Ukraine for the last three and a half years is not stopping. Even the historic meeting of Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin in Alaska could not provide any concrete solution to end this war. Meanwhile, the news of a possible visit of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to India has raised a new hope. Also, there is talk of Russian President Putin's visit to India this year. In such a situation, the question arises whether India can play a decisive role in ending this war?

Zelensky's visit to India: A ray of hope

Ukraine's Ambassador Oleksandr Polishchuk recently said that President Zelensky may visit India soon. Although the date of the visit has not been decided yet, India and Ukraine are in talks in this direction. In August last year, Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Ukraine and invited Zelensky to visit India. Now both the countries are busy fixing the date to implement this visit. This visit will not only strengthen India-Ukraine relations, but can also be important in the direction of peace talks.

Putin's visit to India: Another opportunity

On the other hand, Russian President Vladimir Putin is also scheduled to visit India later this year. India's National Security Advisor Ajit Doval confirmed this during his visit to Moscow. India and Russia have long had strong and friendly relations. At the same time, India's relations with Ukraine are also cordial. In such a situation, Zelensky and Putin's visit to India can provide a unique opportunity, where India can take concrete steps towards peace by playing the role of mediator.

India's diplomatic role

India has always advocated peace in the Russia-Ukraine war. Prime Minister Modi has stressed the need for a peaceful solution by talking to the leaders of both countries on several occasions. The Ukrainian Ambassador said, "The announcement regarding the future strategic partnership between India and Ukraine has immense potential. President Zelensky's visit to India will be a major achievement for our bilateral relations." He also informed that both the countries are working together to decide the date of the visit.

What is India's strength?

India's balanced and trusting relationship with both the countries—Russia and Ukraine—is its strength in this situation. India has not only maintained its old friendship with Russia, but has also promoted humanitarian aid and diplomatic dialogue with Ukraine. This balance makes India credible as a neutral mediator. Apart from this, India's growing role on global forums and the policy of 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam' make it an ideal platform for peace establishment.

Challenges and possibilities

However, ending the war between Russia and Ukraine is not easy. Deep differences between the two sides and complex geopolitical conditions make peace talks difficult. Nevertheless, India's neutrality and its trust with both the sides can make a positive initiative possible in this direction. If a common platform is created during the visit of Zelensky and Putin to India, it will not only be a diplomatic victory for India but can also prove to be a milestone for global peace.