Modi Advocates Peaceful Resolution at BRICS Amid Global Tensions

At the BRICS summit, India's Narendra Modi emphasized the need for a peaceful resolution to the Ukraine conflict and offered New Delhi's assistance in negotiating a truce. The summit aims to highlight the non-Western world's influence as Russia faces isolation from the West due to its actions in Ukraine.

In a pivotal meeting at the BRICS summit, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi underscored his country's commitment to mediating a peaceful settlement in Ukraine. Modi communicated to Russian President Vladimir Putin that New Delhi stands ready to support efforts towards a ceasefire in Europe's bloodiest conflict since World War Two.

President Putin, seeking to elevate the BRICS' geopolitical influence, expressed gratitude towards Modi's acceptance of the Kazan invitation, highlighting the 'privileged strategic partnership' between Russia and India, despite Moscow's growing international isolation over its moves in Ukraine.

The summit convened 22 world leaders, including China's Xi Jinping, amidst tensions in Ukraine and looming uncertainties in the global financial landscape. With BRICS membership expanding, there are concerns about potential complexities in future coordination within this diverse economic bloc.

(With inputs from agencies.)