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PM Modi speaks to Volodymyr Zelenskiy on phone, calls for cessation of hostilities in Ukraine
New Delhi/IBNS: Prime Minister Narendra Modi Monday held a telephone conversation with Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskiy.
The President of Ukraine conveyed his best wishes for India's Presidency of the G20 during the phone call.
PM Modi explained the main priorities of India's G20 Presidency, including giving a voice to the concerns of developing nations on issues like food and energy security.
The two leaders discussed opportunities for strengthening bilateral cooperation.
PM Modi requested Ukraine authorities to facilitate arrangements for the continued education of Indian students who had to return from Ukraine earlier this year.
The leaders also exchanged views about the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.
PM Modi strongly reiterated his call for an immediate cessation of hostilities and said that both sides should revert to dialogue and diplomacy to find a lasting solution to their differences.
He also conveyed India's support for any peace efforts and assured India's commitment to continue providing humanitarian assistance for the affected civilian population.
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