Russia's president chose to showcase military ties with Beijing rather than respond to Washington's peace initiative, suggesting Moscow prioritizes anti-Western partnerships over cease-fire negotiations.
Ukraine is pinning its hopes on Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to broker a peace deal with Russia that doesn't involve territorial concessions, Politico reports.
Six weeks after hugging Putin in Moscow, Modi made history in Kyiv with overtures of peace. However, experts urge caution, pointing to India's military ambitions as a possible driver behind this unprecedented diplomatic move.