Ukrainian President Volodimier Zelansky on Monday held a detailed discussion with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, focusing on major issues related to bilateral cooperation and the ongoing struggle with Russia.
Zelancesi thanked PM Modi’s hot words for supporting Ukrainians, emphasizing the importance of international solidarity during these challenging times.
Sharing the details in a post on X, the Ukrainian President said that the two leaders discussed extensive topics.
Zelenskyy wrote on X, “I had a long conversation with Prime Minister of India @narendramodi. We discussed in detail all important issues – both our bilateral cooperation and overall diplomatic status. I am grateful to the Prime Minister for his warm words of support for my people.”
“We agreed to plan a personal meeting in September during the United Nations General Assembly and work on the exchange of trips,” he said.
This conversation is amid growing stress between Russia and Ukraine, the US and other countries discovered ways to end conflict. India has maintained a balanced approach, advocating peaceful resolution, strengthening relations with both Russia and Ukraine.
The Ukrainian President recently informed PM Modi on Russian attacks, which also included a strike at a bus station in Zaporizhia which injured dozens of people. Zelansky insisted that these attacks occur at a time when diplomatic efforts can potentially end the war, yet Russia does not show any desire to shut down the fire.
“I informed about Russian attacks on my cities and villages, about yesterday’s strike at the bus station in Zaporizhia, where dozens of people were injured in a deliberate Russian bombing of a regular urban facility. X.
Meanwhile, PM Modi confirmed India’s stable and consistent situation for peaceful disposal of Ukraine conflict and supported efforts aimed at restoring peace.
According to a PMO release, the Prime Minister thanked the Ukrainian President and “confirmed India’s firm and consistent position for peaceful disposal of struggle and support for the earliest efforts of peace.”
PM Modi reiterated India’s commitment to increase all possible support in this regard.
The leaders also reviewed the progress in the India-Ukraine bilateral partnership and discussed ways to further enhance cooperation in areas of mutual interest, stated in the release. They agreed to stay in touch.
In a post on X, PM Modi said, “It is a pleasure to talk with President Zelanski and listen to my perspectives on recent developments. I expressed India’s consistent position on the need for the early and peaceful resolution of the struggle. India is committed to make every possible contribution in this regard, as well as to strengthen bilateral ties with Ukraine.”
“It is important that India is supporting our peace efforts and shares the situation that everything related to Ukraine should be fixed with Ukraine’s participation. Other format will not give results,” he posted on X.
“We also discussed the sanctions against Russia in detail. I noted that it is necessary to limit the export of Russian energy, especially oil to reduce its ability and ability to fulfill the continuation of this war.
Earlier on August 8, PM Modi had a telephone conversation with Vladimir Putin.
During his telephone call, President Putin informed the PM on the latest development related to Ukraine, according to a statement from the Ministry of External Affairs.
The call between India and Ukraine comes on the heels of a summit between US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin, which is to be in Alaska on August 15. A peace agreement between Russia and Ukraine at the meeting is expected to focus a lot on broker’s efforts.
The White House is considering inviting Ukrainian President Volodimier Zelansky at a summit between President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin at a summit in Alaska, a White House official on Sunday told Hill’s sister Network, Newsnapping. It is not clear whether the Zelanceci will attend the meeting as the details are yet to be finalized, Hill told. (AI)
