What happened?
On August 18, 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi received a phone call from Russian President Vladimir Putin. During the conversation, President Putin shared his assessment of the recent summit held with US President Donald Trump in Alaska. The two leaders exchanged views on the international situation, with particular reference to the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. Prime Minister Modi reiterated India’s consistent position in favour of a peaceful resolution through diplomacy and dialogue, and conveyed India’s support for all constructive efforts in that direction.
Why it matters to India
India maintains strong strategic partnerships with both Russia and the United States and supports dialogue among key international stakeholders. The phone conversation reflects India’s active diplomatic engagement on matters of global importance. Beyond regional stability, the leaders also discussed bilateral cooperation, aiming to advance the Special and Privileged Strategic Partnership between India and Russia. Both sides agreed to remain in regular contact, reaffirming the importance of sustained high-level communication in strengthening bilateral and multilateral cooperation.