The photograph has become a talking point around the world as the Iran-Israel war continues. It emerged at a time when both Iran and Russia are facing global tensions and Western sanctions. While India maintains strong relations with Israel, the BRICS summit also showed the world India's warm ties with Iran.
The development is particularly significant because Iran is currently at the centre of the crisis affecting energy supplies and maritime trade in West Asia, while Russia is facing stringent sanctions over the Ukraine war. India has maintained its strategic partnerships with the United States and Western countries while also keeping its relations with both Iran and Russia strong.
During the summit, Prime Minister Modi held separate bilateral meetings with the presidents of Iran and Russia, making India's position clear. During the bilateral discussions, Prime Minister Modi called for the ongoing conflict in West Asia to be resolved through dialogue and diplomacy.
He also stressed the need to ensure the safety of civilians, commercial vessels and sailors, while placing particular emphasis on maritime trade and freedom of navigation. In his meeting with President Putin, discussions covered defence, energy and trade, along with a reiteration of the need for a peaceful resolution to the Ukraine dispute.
The meetings and the widely discussed photograph have placed India's simultaneous engagement with countries on opposing sides of major global tensions in focus, highlighting the diplomatic balancing act displayed during the BRICS summit in New Delhi.
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