Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy held talks with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The sides discussed the diplomatic situation, preparations for a meeting in Abu Dhabi, and India’s possible role in unblocking exports of Ukrainian grain.
The President reported this on social media.
According to the head of state, Ukraine is ready for constructive dialogue on all items on the agenda of the forthcoming meeting. At the same time, he stressed that Russia must also be ready to de-escalate.
Zelenskyy noted that Modi has repeatedly urged the Russian leader to end the war.
Separately, the leaders discussed food security and Russia’s blocking of grain exports through the Black Sea. According to the Ukrainian president, India is ready to act as a mediator in establishing food corridors.
"Russia must understand that its economy and hundreds of millions of people in different countries are suffering because of the blocked sea routes," Zelenskyy stressed.
The sides agreed that their teams would continue contacts on these and other bilateral issues.