US Senator Lindsey Graham has urged India to leverage its influence to assist in ending the Ukraine war, following a conversation between Prime Minister Modi and President Putin. He emphasized that India’s position as a major purchaser of Russian oil plays a role in the conflict and expressed hope for Modi to advocate for a peaceful resolution during their talks. Modi affirmed India’s commitment to resolving the situation through political and diplomatic means and has invited Putin to the upcoming India-Russia Annual Summit. Graham’s comments highlight the strategic importance of India in U.S.-Russia relations and the ongoing geopolitical dynamics influencing global stability.