Russian President Putin to Visit India Soon, Say Kremlin Sources

New Delhi, India: Russian President Vladimir Putin will visit India soon, said Kremlin sources. This comes days after Prime Minister Narendra Modi invited Putin to visit India next year for the 23rd India-Russia Annual Summit. " “I hope soon we'll work out the precise dates of his visit... Of course, after two visits of Prime Minister Modi to Russia, now we have a visit of President to India, so we're looking forward to it...”said Dmitry Peskov, the Kremlin's press secretary.On India’s participation in Quad, Peskov said, "We have no doubt that India respects Russia and India values cooperation with Russia. But at the same time, we also understand very well that India is a sovereign country. India is searching for benefits in every possible direction and we understand that... Every country is sovereign, every country is doing what is more profitable for it and every country cooperates with those whom they consider necessary for themselves, not by fulfilling the order of a third country, I will openly name it, by fulfilling the order of the United States. Yes, we are increasing our cooperation in various fields, and we are well aware, and we understand this, that India is facing unprecedented pressure coming from the United States. The United States is trying to dictate to Indian banks what they have to do and what they should not do. Is this not an attempt to introduce a new colonial system or not? We think it is. But I have no doubt that together we will get rid of those unpardonable pressures."#WATCH | Delhi: On the visit of President Putin to India, Press secretary for Russian President, Dmitry Peskov says, "I hope soon we'll work out the precise dates of his visit... Of course, after two visits of Prime Minister Modi to Russia, now we have a visit of President to… pic.twitter.com/zhl5GSFtgm— ANI (@ANI) November 19, 2024 When queried if Russia is playing any role in improving relations between India and China, Peskov stated, "We are glad that the two leaders, the leader of India and the leader of China, had the opportunity to hold their bilateral meeting in Kazan, Russia. And this was really good news for everybody in the world. But again, this was a bilateral initiative of India and China, with no interference from abroad, from us. So we were only the organisers of that summit... Of course, being friends of New Delhi and Beijing, we are ready to contribute in every possible way to normalising relations between our two friends."When asked if Russia would accept India's mediation on the Russia-Ukraine issue, Peskov said, "We don't have any specific plans... But we know that Mr Modi has a very special and pragmatic relationship with President Putin and he is also in contact with the Ukrainian side, so he is able to receive first-hand information... This is very important because it gives Prime Minister Modi the possibility to evaluate the situation objectively..."Prime Minister Narendra Modi was warmly welcomed by Russian President Vladimir Putin in Kazan. Putin said Russia-India ties ‘do not require translation’ and thanked PM Modi for visiting the city for the summit. Sources said the meeting lasted for more than two hours. In their bilateral meeting, the Prime Minister expressed India's willingness to provide all cooperation for a peaceful resolution to the Ukraine conflict."I have been in constant touch with you on the subject of the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine. As I have said earlier, we believe that the problems should be resolved in a peaceful manner. We fully support the early establishment of peace and stability. All our efforts give priority to humanity. India is ready to provide all possible cooperation in the times to come," PM Modi said.PM Modi also recalled his two visits to Russia in the last three months, saying they "reflect our close coordination and deep friendship".#WATCH | Kazan: During his meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin, PM Modi says, "I have been in constant touch with you on the subject of the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine. As I have said earlier, we believe that the problems should be resolved in a peaceful… pic.twitter.com/YT8NwdNwMJ— ANI (@ANI) October 22, 2024 Moreover, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that his two visits to Russia in the last three months reflect close coordination and deep friendship between the two countries and he looks forward to take part in the BRICS Summit."My two visits to Russia in the last three months reflect our close coordination and deep friendship. Our Annual Summit in Moscow in July has strengthened our cooperation in every field...In 15 years, the BRICS has created its special identity and now many countries of the world want to join it. I am looking forward to participating in the BRICS Summit tomorrow," he said.

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Russian President Putin to Visit India Soon, Say Kremlin Sources

Russian President Putin To Visit Delhi Soon, Say Kremlin Sources

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