- Putin admits it’s difficult to set a timeline for ending the Ukraine war, blames NATO for prolonging the conflict.
- Praises Modi’s BRICS vision as “non-Western,” not “anti-Western.”
- Russia open to peace talks but accuses Ukraine of backing out of earlier efforts.
Russian President Vladimir Putin recently addressed the ongoing war in Ukraine, acknowledging the challenges of specifying a timeline for its conclusion but asserting Russia’s eventual triumph.
He pointed to NATO‘s involvement as a major factor in prolonging the conflict, stating that Ukraine alone could not handle advanced weaponry without external help.
Putin Confirms No End in Sight for Ukraine War, Highlights BRICS’ Non-Western Stance
Putin praised India’s active diplomatic role in seeking a peaceful resolution to the Ukraine war, highlighting Modi’s recent efforts to mediate. During his remarks, Putin indicated an openness to further collaboration with India, particularly in cultural areas such as cinema, where Indian films enjoy popularity in Russia. He also stressed the inclusive nature of BRICS, which has recently expanded to welcome five new members. Putin downplayed the notion of the organization as a bloc but instead positioned it as an economic counterbalance to the West.
Putin also praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s description of BRICS as a “non-Western” rather than “anti-Western” organization, underlining the bloc’s inclusive nature and its focus on fostering economic ties without positioning itself against other global powers. With the addition of new members, including Saudi Arabia, Iran, and Egypt, BRICS now represents a larger share of the global economy and population. This expansion is seen as a move to create a more balanced global order, particularly in light of rising tensions with Western countries.
The Russian leader expressed his gratitude to Modi for India’s diplomatic efforts to bring about peace in Ukraine, highlighting the ongoing discussions between Russia, India, China, and Brazil regarding conflict resolution. Putin confirmed that Russia is open to negotiations but criticized Ukraine for withdrawing from previous peace talks. He emphasized that any solution would have to account for the complexities of NATO’s involvement, as he believes the organization is fueling the conflict rather than seeking peace.
Culturally, Putin noted the popularity of Indian films in Russia and hinted at future collaborations in the entertainment industry. He referenced India’s strong pharmaceutical and automotive sectors as areas of potential economic cooperation. Modi and Putin are expected to discuss boosting cultural and economic ties further when they meet during the upcoming BRICS summit in Kazan. Putin also touched on global tensions, particularly the ongoing conflict in Gaza, and voiced support for involving Palestinian leaders in future BRICS events.
Putin’s remarks reflect both a hardened stance on the Ukraine war and a commitment to strengthening ties within BRICS, highlighting the group’s non-confrontational approach to global geopolitics.
“The Indian prime minister put it aptly. Of late, he has said that BRICS is not an anti-Western one but a non-Western one.”
