“Russian President Vladimir Putin has suggested that India, China, and Brazil could mediate peace talks in the Russia-Ukraine conflict. Explore India’s potential role and the challenges ahead.”
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Moscow : Russia-Ukraine war. Russian President Vladimir Putin proposed that China, India and Brazil could serve as mediators in potential peace talks regarding the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.
He indicated that previously established but not implemented agreements from the Istanbul talks could provide the basis for these discussions.
The statement comes after Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced his upcoming visit to the United States to present a “Victory Plan” to President Joe Biden, stressing the need for a strong negotiating position for Ukraine.
Ukrainian forces have been actively operating in Russia’s Kursk region while Moscow continues to make advances in eastern Ukraine, which has been under its control since February 2022. Both countries have intensified their drone warfare, focusing on critical infrastructure targets within each other’s territories.
In response to Ukraine’s actions in Kursk, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov declared on 19 August that there was no prospect of negotiations, as Ukraine currently claimed control of more than 1,200 square kilometres in the region.
In conclusion, while India could potentially act as a bridge in peace talks due to its diplomatic positioning and experience, the success of such mediation would depend on overcoming substantial geopolitical and practical challenges. The willingness of both Russia and Ukraine to engage in meaningful negotiations under a neutral mediator like India would be crucial for any progress.
