China, India and Brazil Could Mediate Russia-Ukraine Talks, Says Putin

• Russian President Vladimir Putin expressed readiness to initiate talks with Ukraine, suggesting China, India, and Brazil as mediators.
• A preliminary agreement from early war negotiations in Istanbul could serve as the basis for talks, according to Putin.
• PM Modi's recent visits to Russia and Ukraine focused on peace, economic cooperation, and defense.
• Putin emphasized Russia's pivot towards the East, citing significant agreements at the Eastern Economic Forum.
• He criticized the West's actions and highlighted Russia's use of national currencies in BRICS settlements.

Source: Reuters