Brief by Shorts91 NewsDesk / 05:17am on 01 Sep 2025,Monday India Global
At the SCO summit, Russian President Vladimir Putin praised India and China for their diplomatic efforts to resolve the Ukraine crisis. He emphasized India’s balanced approach and Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s consistent calls for peace, countering Western narratives, particularly those from Trump aide Peter Navarro, who controversially labeled the conflict “Modi’s war.” Putin criticized NATO’s role and Western interference, asserting that Russia remains open to dialogue. His remarks highlight India’s growing influence in global diplomacy and its strategic positioning as a peace broker. The statement also reflects Russia’s pivot toward Asian powers amid strained ties with the West. (PC: X)
