Putin dials PM Modi over Pahalgam attack, accepts invitation for India visit later this year | World News
Russian President Vladimir Putin has accepted Prime Miner Narendra Modi’s invitation to visit India later this year, the Kremlin said on Monday, as reported Reuters.
During a phone call earlier in the day, PM Modi invited Putin to attend the upcoming annual India-Russia summit. The leaders also discussed the recent terror attack in Pahalgam, with Putin expressing strong support for India and condemning the violence.
According to Reuters, both leaders underlined that the strong relationship between India and Russia remains unaffected outside pressure and continues to grow steadily.
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In a post on X, Minry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal shared details of the call, stating: “President Putin called PM Narendra Modi and strongly condemned the terror attack in Pahalgam, India. He conveyed deepest condolences on the loss of innocent lives and expressed full support to India in the fight against terrorism. He emphasised that the perpetrators of the heinous attack and their supporters must be brought to justice.”
President Putin @KremlinRussia_E called PM @narendramodi and strongly condemned the terror attack in Pahalgam, India. He conveyed deepest condolences on the loss of innocent lives and expressed full support to India in the fight against terrorism. He emphasised that the…
— Randhir Jaiswal (@MEAIndia) May 5, 2025
Putin described the Pahalgam attack as a ‘brutal crime’ and assured India of Russia’s continued cooperation in counter-terrorism efforts.
The Kremlin also confirmed that Putin’s visit to India would be part of the annual summit between the two nations, expected to take place later this year.
During the conversation, PM Modi also congratulated Putin on the upcoming 80th anniversary of Russia’s Victory Day. Although Russia invited the Prime Miner to attend the celebrations, PM Modi will not be travelling due to the ongoing security situation. Miner of State for Defence, Sanjay Seth, is likely to represent India at the event.
PM Modi visited Russia twice last year once for the annual summit and again for the BRICS summit in Kazan.
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