India supports direct dialogue between Russia and Ukraine, Prime Minister Narendra Modi told President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine on Monday during a morning phone call. This is the second phone call between the two leaders since Russia invaded Ukraine on February 24. President Zelensky thanked India for supporting the Ukrainian people with humanitarian assistance.
"President Zelensky briefed the Prime Minister in detail about the conflict situation and the ongoing negotiations with Russia. The Prime Minister expressed deep concern about the conflict and resultant humanitarian crisis. The Prime Minister reiterated his call for immediate cessation of violence and noted that India has always stood for peaceful resolution of issues and direct dialogue between the two parties," said a government press release issued after the conversation.
