Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated India is prepared to help set up food corridors following a telephone conversation with Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Monday to discuss the ongoing conflict and ways to strengthen bilateral cooperation. According to reports from The Indian Express, WION, and ThePrint, the leaders also discussed Russia's blocking of grain exports via the Black Sea.
Zelenskyy stated on social media that India is ready to mediate in establishing food corridors. He noted that Ukraine is counting on these efforts to continue and briefed the Prime Minister on recent diplomatic developments.
During the call, Modi reiterated India's commitment to contributing to a peaceful resolution and maintained a human-centric approach. He emphasised that the conflict must be resolved through dialogue and diplomacy.
The conversation took place ahead of US-brokered peace talks between Russia and Ukraine scheduled to begin on Tuesday in Abu Dhabi. Zelenskyy said Ukraine is actively preparing for the meeting and called for Russia to show readiness to de-escalate.
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar also spoke with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov on Monday. Jaishankar stated the conversation focused on the Ukraine conflict and ongoing diplomatic initiatives.
India's previous proposals have suggested easing fighting in the Black Sea region to allow agricultural products to reach the world. This includes halting attacks on energy infrastructure and ensuring the safety of shipping and maritime trade routes.
