New Delhi, Aug. 9 -- India on Friday hailed the upcoming meeting between US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin in Alaska to discuss the Russia-Ukraine war, saying that it promises to end the conflict.

In a statement, the Ministry of External Affairs said the Trump-Putin meet in Alaska on August 15 could bring prospects of peace.

"India welcomes the understanding reached between the United States and the Russian Federation for a meeting in Alaska on 15th August 2025. This meeting holds the promise of bringing to an end the ongoing conflict in Ukraine and opening up the prospects for peace," it said.

The MEA further cited Prime Minister Narendra Modi's opinion on wars.

"As Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said o...