India Backs Upcoming US–Russia Talks In Alaska, Calls For End To Ukraine War

Last Updated:August 09, 2025, 20:01 IST

India welcomed the upcoming meeting between US President Trump and Russian President Putin in Alaska on 15 August to discuss the Ukraine war, expressing hope for peace

Russian President Vladimir Putin and his American counterpart Donald Trump have spoken twice since Trump’s return to the White House to discuss the Ukraine conflict. (IMAGE: AFP)

India on Saturday welcomed the upcoming meeting between US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin, scheduled to take place in Alaska on 15 August, where the two leaders are expected to discuss the future of the war in Ukraine.

In an official statement, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said the summit “holds the promise of bringing to an end the ongoing conflict in Ukraine and opening up the prospects for peace."

Recalling Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s words that “this is not an era of war," India expressed strong support for the diplomatic effort and said it stands ready to contribute to peace initiatives.

“India endorses the upcoming Summit meeting and stands ready to support these efforts," the statement added.

Siddhant Mishra

Siddhant Mishra is a Senior Special Correspondent at CNN-News18, covering foreign affairs and international relations. With over 12 years of experience in journalism, he has also reported extensively on crime, ...Read More

Siddhant Mishra is a Senior Special Correspondent at CNN-News18, covering foreign affairs and international relations. With over 12 years of experience in journalism, he has also reported extensively on crime, ...

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