Russian President Vladimir Putin and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi are doubling down on diplomacy to resolve the Ukraine crisis, urging “both sides of the conflict” to pursue peaceful talks. The leaders made the call during Modi’s two-day visit to Moscow—his first trip to Russia in five years—where they also cemented plans to supercharge trade and energy ties. 💼⚡
Peace, Partnerships, and Power Moves
In a joint statement, the duo stressed the need for a UN-backed ceasefire in Gaza and hostage releases while pledging to strengthen India-Russia cooperation on nuclear energy, medicine, and even space tech. 🚀 Their boldest goal? Bumping up bilateral trade to $100 billion by 2030—a 50% jump from current levels—using national currencies to sidestep the dollar. 💸
Energy Deals and a Major Honor
Russia could soon fuel India’s growth spurt with new oil and coal contracts, as New Delhi eyes partnerships with Moscow’s top energy firms. Modi didn’t leave empty-handed: Putin awarded him Russia’s highest state honor, the Order of St. Andrew, and invited him to October’s BRICS Summit in Kazan. 🏅🌐
With global tensions rising, this “special and privileged strategic partnership” is proving critics wrong—one handshake at a time. 👊
