Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a telephone conversation with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Monday, during which the two leaders reviewed the ongoing conflict and bilateral relations.
President Zelenskyy shared his perspective on recent developments related to the war. Prime Minister Modi reaffirmed India’s human-centric approach and reiterated New Delhi’s consistent position that the conflict has no military solution and must be resolved through dialogue and diplomacy. He conveyed India’s readiness to contribute to all efforts aimed at a peaceful resolution of the conflict, in line with respect for the principles of the UN Charter.
The leaders also discussed measures to further strengthen India-Ukraine cooperation across various sectors for the mutual benefit of their peoples.
The conversation follows India’s sustained diplomatic engagement on the Russia-Ukraine war, where New Delhi has repeatedly stressed the need for an early cessation of hostilities and a negotiated settlement.
Officials described the call as productive, underscoring India’s balanced stance of maintaining ties with both sides while prioritising humanitarian concerns and regional stability.
