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Putin arrived in New Delhi for the BRICS summit and is set to meet Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
The summit is being shaped by Ukraine and Middle East conflicts, according to the reporting.
Modi and Putin discussed regional issues, maritime trade, and the safety of Indian seafarers after casualties in the Black Sea.
Reports also say the leaders reviewed trade, energy, defense ties, and possible support for peace initiatives on Ukraine.
Why it mattersThe summit could shape BRICS coordination while exposing how Russia, Iran, and Ukraine tensions affect global diplomacy.
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Some coverage says the summit will also address local currency payments, green financing, and expansion of the New Development Bank.