Russian President Vladimir Putin called Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on August 18, 2025, to share details from his recent meeting with US President Donald Trump in Alaska regarding the Ukraine conflict, which has persisted since February 2022. Modi reaffirmed India’s longstanding support for a peaceful resolution through dialogue and diplomacy, while both leaders explored ways to strengthen their Special and Privileged Strategic Partnership amid global uncertainties, including US tariffs on Indian goods. They also addressed bilateral cooperation and scheduled discussions between Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov and Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, underscoring India’s pivotal role in fostering geopolitical stability.