Amid standoff with US, Modi speaks to Putin, says he’ll host him this year

Following NSA Ajit Doval's meeting, PM Modi spoke with President Putin, inviting him to the annual India-Russia summit and reiterating India's call for a peaceful resolution to the Russia-Ukraine conflict. Putin briefed Modi on the war's developments. Both leaders reviewed bilateral progress and reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening the India-Russia partnership.Original Article