Zelenskyy Seeks India's Crucial Role in Ending Ukraine-Russia War

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said he looks forward to visiting India, which he believes can play a crucial role in global diplomatic efforts to end the war between Ukraine and Russia. During a historic visit to Kyiv, Prime Minister Modi highlighted India’s commitment to peace and urged dialogue between the conflicting nations.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Friday expressed his eagerness to visit India, seeing it as a linchpin in global diplomatic efforts to halt the ongoing war between Ukraine and Russia.

Describing Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Kyiv as historic, Zelenskyy emphasized the importance of India aligning with Ukraine. Modi's visit, the first by an Indian PM since Ukraine's independence, came shortly after his summit talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow.

During their bilateral talks, Zelenskyy urged Modi to leverage India's influence to end the conflict, highlighting India's historical commitment to peace.

(With inputs from agencies.)