India’s National Security Adviser (NSA), Ajit Doval, will embark on a two-day visit to Moscow on September 10 and 11 to engage in discussions aimed at achieving a peaceful resolution to the Russia-Ukraine war, according to sources reported by CNN-News18. This visit underscores India’s increasing role as a mediator in the conflict that has persisted for over two and a half years, affecting global stability.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has actively pursued peace efforts, recently visiting both Ukraine and Russia. During his visit to Russia in July, PM Modi conveyed to President Vladimir Putin that “this is not an era for war.” In August, he traveled to Kyiv to meet President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, further demonstrating India’s commitment to fostering peace.
Following these visits, PM Modi also spoke with President Putin by phone on August 27, during which they discussed the potential for India to facilitate peace talks. President Putin has indicated openness to peace initiatives and views Brazil, China, and India as possible mediators in the conflict. Italian Prime Minister Georgia Meloni has also endorsed India’s role as a mediator, highlighting the country’s growing influence on the international stage.
In addition to these diplomatic efforts, PM Modi has also engaged in a telephone conversation with US President Joe Biden to discuss the ongoing situation in Ukraine.
Despite initial negotiations in Istanbul at the beginning of the war, progress has been elusive. The conflict remains dire, with escalating rhetoric and new fronts emerging. Reports from The New York Times estimate that the war has resulted in around 500,000 casualties. US officials suggest that Russian casualties could be as high as 300,000, including 120,000 deaths, while Ukrainian losses are estimated at 70,000 killed and 100,000 to 120,000 wounded.
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