PM Modi Russia Tour 2024
On the last day of his stay in Russia, Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke directly to President Vladimir Putin on the Russia-Ukraine war on Tuesday. Prime Minister Modi said that war is not a solution to any problem.
The death of innocent children in war is very painful. PM Modi said these things in a face-to-face meeting with President Putin. Ukraine claims that 37 people were killed in a Russian missile attack. Three children are also among those who lost their lives. The PM said, ‘I’m glad that Ukraine’s war could be negotiated with an open mind, and we listened to each other’s views on war while respecting each other.’ PM Modi had a bilateral meeting with Putin on Tuesday.
India is ready to help restore peace – PM
PM said that ‘Whether it is war, conflict or terrorist attack, when people die, people who believe in humanity suffer a lot. But when innocent children are slaughtered or we see them dying, then the heart breaks and the pain is too great. We have discussed this with you.’ The Prime Minister told Putin that India is ready to cooperate in every way to establish peace in the region. He said, ‘I assure you and the world community that India is in favor of peace. My friend Putin spoke about peace yesterday, and his words gave me hope.’
…then the peace talks will not succeed
PM said that as a ‘friend’ he has told Putin many times that peace is the greatest thing. The PM said, ‘I also know that the solution to the problem cannot be found in the battlefield. A solution and peace talk between bombs, guns and bullets will not succeed. We can move towards peace only through dialogue.’
Tribute to ‘Makabre of the Unknown Soldier’
The Prime Minister paid tribute at the ‘Tomb of the Unknown Soldier’ in Moscow on Tuesday. Modi is here to attend the 22nd India-Russia Annual Summit with Russian President Vladimir Putin. He also offered floral tributes to the Samadhi. External Affairs Ministry Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said in a post on ‘X’, “A heartfelt tribute to the brave! Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid floral tributes at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Moscow and saluted valor, sacrifice and indomitable human courage.