Why did Modi urge Putin to end Ukraine war - and will he listen?
BBC correspondents in Delhi and Moscow look at why the Indian PM made a very public peace plea to his Russian ally.
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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has publicly urged Russian President Vladimir Putin to end the war in Ukraine. Despite India's close economic ties to Moscow, Modi's appeal reflects India's policy of strategic autonomy and neutrality. Putin responded with a vague statement that Russia is "moving forward along this path." Analysts suggest that Russia remains committed to achieving military victory, meaning the conflict is likely to continue despite calls for peace.