New Delhi, August 30(HS): Prime Minister Narendra Modi today had an important telephone conversation with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy of Ukraine. During the exchange, President Zelenskyy shared his insights on the recent developments concerning the ongoing Ukraine conflict.

Prime Minister Modi expressed gratitude to President Zelenskyy and reiterated India’s steadfast and consistent stance advocating for a peaceful settlement of the conflict. Emphasizing India’s unwavering commitment, PM Modi affirmed full support for all efforts aimed at the earliest possible restoration of peace and stability in the region.

The leaders took stock of the progress made in the India-Ukraine bilateral partnership and explored avenues to deepen cooperation across all areas of mutual interest. Both sides agreed to maintain close contact going forward.

PM Modi’s conversation with President Zelenskyy underscores India’s diplomatic engagement and resolve to contribute constructively to peace efforts amid the continuing geopolitical challenges faced by Ukraine.

This discussion also comes ahead of PM Modi’s anticipated meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin at the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit, highlighting India’s balanced and proactive role in facilitating dialogue and stability in the region.

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Hindusthan Samachar / Jun Sarkar