Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky held a telephone conversation with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to discuss ongoing diplomatic developments as Kyiv prepares for a fresh round of peace talks with Moscow.
Delegates representing Ukraine, Russia, and the United States are meeting in Abu Dhabi to chart a path toward ending the conflict, an effort that had been deadlocked since February.
Highlighting New Delhi’s potential diplomatic impact, Zelensky emphasized the importance of India engaging with global leaders to help bring the war to a close. He pointed out that food security particularly addressing Russia’s blockades on Black Sea grain exports serves as a vital area where India is ready to assist in establishing humanitarian corridors.
While maintaining a neutral stance throughout the conflict and continuing strong trade ties with Moscow, India has recently taken a more proactive diplomatic role. Indian Foreign Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar previously visited Kyiv to pitch a ceasefire proposal focusing on pausing strikes against energy infrastructure and Black Sea shipping, closely aligning with discussions held between Kyiv and Washington.
