Source The Hindu
NEW DELHI – Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday expressed “deep concern” following reports of a drone attack targeting the official residence of Russian President Vladimir Putin. Reaffirming India’s stance on the conflict, the Prime Minister emphasized that dialogue and diplomacy remain the only sustainable path to peace.
Key Highlights of the Statement
In a post shared on the social media platform X, PM Modi urged all parties to exercise restraint and avoid actions that could derail ongoing peace negotiations.
Diplomatic Focus: “Ongoing diplomatic efforts offer the most viable path toward ending hostilities and achieving peace,” the Prime Minister stated.
Call for Restraint: He urged all stakeholders to remain focused on these efforts and “avoid any actions that could undermine them.”
Neutral Stance: The statement aligns with India’s long-standing policy of maintaining a balanced relationship with both Moscow and Kyiv while advocating for a cessation of violence.
Context of the Alleged Attack
The Prime Minister’s remarks follow a high-tension claim by the Kremlin. On Monday, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov alleged that Ukraine launched a barrage of 91 long-range drones targeting Putin’s state residence in the Novgorod region, located between Moscow and St. Petersburg.
