Russian FM Lavrov Meets PM Modi Amid Ongoing Ukraine Conflict
As Ukraine war rages, Russian FM Lavrov calls on PM Modi; India holds its ground on diplomacy
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Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov met with Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi to discuss the ongoing Ukraine war and regional issues. Modi reaffirmed India's commitment to dialogue and diplomacy, maintaining a neutral stance on the conflict while engaging with both Russia and Western nations.
- 01Sergei Lavrov met with PM Narendra Modi in New Delhi to discuss the Ukraine war and regional issues.
- 02India continues to advocate for dialogue and diplomacy regarding the Ukraine conflict.
- 03New Delhi has abstained from condemning Russia at the United Nations.
- 04The meeting included discussions on bilateral cooperation since Modi's last meeting with President Putin.
- 05Modi requested Lavrov to convey greetings to President Putin.
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On Thursday, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov met with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi to discuss the ongoing Ukraine war and other regional issues. Modi reiterated India's stance that dialogue and diplomacy are essential for resolving conflicts, a position India has upheld since Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February 2022. India has consistently abstained from condemning Russia at the United Nations, maintaining a neutral diplomatic posture while also engaging with Western nations to promote a negotiated resolution to the conflict. During their discussions, Lavrov briefed Modi on the progress in bilateral cooperation since Modi's last meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin in December 2025 at the 23rd India-Russia Annual Summit. The two leaders also addressed the situation in West Asia, where India has substantial strategic and energy interests. Modi requested Lavrov to extend his warm greetings to President Putin, highlighting the ongoing diplomatic ties between the two nations.
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India's diplomatic stance may influence its relationships with both Western nations and Russia, affecting trade and energy security.
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