PM Modi Speaks To Zelenskyy About Evolving Situation In Ukraine For 35 Minutes: Reports
Mumbai: Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy about the evolving situation in Ukraine in a phone call that lasted for about 35 minutes, ANI reported.
Indian government sources said the prime minister also appreciated the ongoing direct talks between Ukraine and Russia. Also Read: Russia Declares Ceasefire In 4 Ukraine Cities Including Kyiv For Evacuations
In a phone call that lasted for about 35 minutes, PM Modi thanked President Zelensky for the help extended by the government of Ukraine in evacuating Indian nationals from Ukraine. According to sources, the two leaders discussed the evolving situation in Ukraine. Also, Read; Operation Ganga: Hardeep Singh Puri Reaches Delhi With Last Batch Of Students From Budapest
“PM Modi appreciated the continuing direct dialogue between Russia and Ukraine,” sources added.
PM Modi will also talk to Russian President Vladimir Putin today. Since the start of the conflict on 24 February when Russia launched a special military operation on Ukraine, the prime minister has spoken to the two leaders twice.
On 26 February, Prime Minister Modi spoke to President of Ukraine Zelensky, later elaborating on the current conflict situation to the Prime Minister. After India participated during a vote in the UN Security Council, Zelensky spoke to PM Modi and sought India’s political support in the UNSC. Also Read: Spoke With PM Modi, Urged India To Give Us Political Support In UNSC: Ukraine President
Meanwhile, tensions have risen in Ukraine following Russian military action and the government has arranged flights from neighbouring Ukraine to evacuate Indian students as part of ‘Operation Ganga’.
On Sunday, the Indian government said it has evacuated around 16,000 Indian students from Ukraine’s neighbouring countries since February 22.
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