Modi Discusses Peace Efforts With Zelenskyy Ahead of Abu Dhabi Talks
· World · The Hindu
Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a telephone conversation with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to discuss potential pathways for ending the ongoing conflict. During the call, President Zelenskyy welcomed India's offer to mediate the establishment of food corridors to ensure grain safety. This diplomatic outreach coincides with upcoming peace negotiations scheduled to begin in Abu Dhabi on Tuesday. External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar also spoke with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov, signaling India's active role in facilitating dialogue between Moscow and Kyiv. The discussions precede a series of international summits in Manila and Shenzhen where global leaders are expected to address the geopolitical situation.
Why it matters
India's emergence as a potential mediator between Russia and Ukraine could influence the security guarantees and ceasefire terms currently being negotiated by international envoys.
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