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Prime Minister Modi gifted a handcrafted marble chess set from Agra to Russian President Putin, boosting global recognition for the city’s stone inlay handicrafts and raising hopes for increased demand and livelihood opportunities for local artisans

At the 23rd India-Russia summit, PM Modi affirmed India’s support for peace in Ukraine while meeting Russian President Vladimir Putin in New Delhi. The talks focused on defence cooperation, trade, and small modular reactors. Agreements on Indian workers’ movement, logistics, and trade, including fertilizers and exports, are expected to be signed

Russian President Vladimir Putin received a ceremonial welcome at Rashtrapati Bhavan ahead of the 23rd India-Russia summit with PM Modi. Talks will focus on defence, trade, nuclear cooperation, and worker mobility, amid growing strategic significance for both nations

Russian President Vladimir Putin called his five-hour meeting with US envoys on resolving the Ukraine war “necessary” and “useful” but acknowledged major disagreements. The talks, part of Donald Trump’s renewed peace push, continue as US and Ukrainian negotiators prepare for further discussions

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi alleged that the government prevents visiting foreign dignitaries from meeting the Leader of the Opposition, citing “insecurity.” His remarks came ahead of Russian President Putin’s India visit, during which Modi-Putin discussions will focus on defense and trade

US envoy Steve Witkoff met Vladimir Putin in Moscow to advance Washington’s early-stage Ukraine peace plan, as Volodymyr Zelenskyy sought European support in Ireland and Paris. Major gaps remain over territory and security guarantees, while both sides face mounting military and political pressure

President Donald Trump will meet Ukrainian President Zelenskyy amid tensions over U.S. reluctance to supply Tomahawk missiles. Following a call with Putin, Trump downplayed arms support, emphasizing diplomacy. A separate U.S.-Russia meeting in Hungary is also planned to discuss the war

After a meeting hosted by Emmanuel Macron, 26 nations pledged to form a “reassurance force” for Ukraine if a peace deal with Russia is reached. Meanwhile, a map and recent rhetoric suggest Putin’s territorial ambitions extend beyond occupied Ukrainian regions

European leaders met in Paris to discuss postwar security guarantees for Ukraine but remain divided, with US support uncertain. While UK and France consider troop deployment under a ceasefire, experts warn risks are high and reliance on Trump makes guarantees fragile

Russian President Vladimir Putin and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un met in Beijing for bilateral talks after attending a WWII anniversary parade. Kim reaffirmed North Korea’s support for Russia, calling it a “fraternal duty,” amid ongoing military cooperation

  Chinese President Xi Jinping welcomed Russian President Vladimir Putin as an “old friend” in Beijing amid strengthened ties and shared opposition to U.S. influence. Their talks follow a regional summit and precede China’s military parade marking WWII’s end

PM Modi and President Putin shared a private hour-long conversation in Putin’s AURUS limousine en route to bilateral talks at the SCO Summit in Tianjin. Modi urged an end to the Ukraine conflict and reaffirmed India's commitment to lasting peace

EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas warned that granting Ukraine concessions to Russia would be “a trap” rewarding Moscow’s aggression. As peace talks stall, Ukraine escalated strikes on Russian infrastructure, including the Druzhba pipeline, deepening tensions with Hungary and EU allies

The Ukraine war enters its fourth year as Trump’s Alaska summit with Putin benefits Russia by sidelining Kyiv and weakening Western unity. Zelenskyy’s Washington visit with European leaders sought damage control, but Trump’s vague commitments leave Ukraine’s prospects uncertain

Ahead of meeting Donald Trump with European leaders, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky faced pressure as Trump suggested Kyiv surrender claims to Crimea and NATO membership aspirations. While Europe rejected territorial concessions, Trump highlighted Russian concessions and promised U.S.-backed security guarantees for Ukraine

US First Lady Melania Trump wrote a heartfelt peace letter to Vladimir Putin, urging him to end the Ukraine war and protect children. The letter was delivered ahead of Trump’s Alaska summit.

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said Moscow will clearly present its position during Friday’s Alaska summit between Presidents Vladimir Putin and Donald Trump, with talks set to focus on the Ukraine conflict, security, and other pressing global issues.

Ahead of his Friday Alaska meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin, US President Donald Trump indicated a follow-up trilateral session with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky could take place. European leaders might also be included in efforts to broker a ceasefire in Ukraine.

US President Donald Trump estimated a 25 per cent chance that his Alaska meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin could fail. He described the summit as a “chess game” and hinted a successful outcome could lead to a trilateral session with Ukrainian President Zelensky.

Russian President Vladimir Putin praised India’s socio-economic and scientific progress while sending Independence Day greetings. Leaders from Singapore, Australia, Maldives, Bhutan, and Nepal also extended best wishes, highlighting enduring partnerships and deepening bilateral cooperation.