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India Proposes Broad Peace Plan for Ukraine Conflict
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Core Proposal and Ukraine’s Reception
Ukraine’s foreign minister Andrii Sybiha told reporters in Kyiv that India has presented “four proposals,” with the Indian plan described as the most comprehensive. The proposal calls for an energy and agricultural truce in the Black Sea and an unconditional cease-fire along the line of contact, while also leaving open the possibility of a broader cease-fire that would halt attacks on energy and port infrastructure. Sybiha said Kyiv is prepared to consider these terms and noted that similar cease-fire ideas have been offered by Turkey, Egypt and the United States.
Russian President’s Praise for Modi’s Initiative
Vladimir Putin, speaking at the Valdai Discussion Club, praised Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi for repeatedly raising the question of ending the war. Putin emphasized that Modi’s stance is neutral but focused on ending the hostilities.
Indian Leadership’s Perspective
He argued that India’s good relations with both Moscow and Kyiv enable it to act as a trusted interlocutor.
Verbatim Quotes
- “Prime Minister Narendra Modi is one of those world leaders who, despite our very good and even friendly relations, personal good relations, constantly raises the question and asks the question about putting an end to the conflict in Ukraine,” — Vladimir Putin, after russian president
- “He has an avid interest and very good ideas aimed at finding mutually acceptable solutions. In that sense, naturally, the Prime Minister takes a neutral position but with an interest in the end of the conflict. I think it's my duty to say that directly. And we are thankful to the Prime Minister for his ideas,” — Vladimir Putin, after russian president
- “India has maintained a principled and humanitarian stance on the conflict which is equally appreciated by both President Putin and President Zelenskyy.” — PM Modi, said prime minister
- “In line with this, both the leaders spoke to me to share their perspectives on the developments related to the conflict. I reiterated India's principled and consistent stand and encouraged dialogue and diplomacy to resolve the conflict,” — PM Modi, said prime minister
- “In this era of war, tensions and instability, Modi ji has given the world the message that solutions do not emerge on the battlefield but through dialogue and diplomacy,” — Amit Shah, union home minister
- “That is why today India's opinion matters on any crisis in the world and the whole world listens carefully to what Modi ji has to say,” — Amit Shah, union home minister
Outlook
The Indian proposal remains under discussion, with Ukraine indicating willingness to negotiate an energy-focused cease-fire and a broader truce. No specific timetable for formal talks has been announced, and the initiative’s impact will depend on how the parties—Ukraine, Russia and other stakeholders—respond to India’s overtures.