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PM Modi's 'peace talks' offer as he speaks with Ukraine's Zelensky
Underlining that endangerment of nuclear facilities could have catastrophic consequences, PM Modi reiterated his call for early cessation of hostilities.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday had a telephone conversation with Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky to discuss the ongoing situation in the conflict-hit country and asserted that “there can be no military solution” war with Russia. PM Modi also conveyed India's readiness to contribute to “any peace efforts” towards Ukraine.
Underlining that endangerment of nuclear facilities could have catastrophic consequences, Modi reiterated his call for early cessation of hostilities, a statement by the Prime Minister's Office read. The prime minister highlighted the need to pursue the path of dialogue and diplomacy.
“PM Modi emphasised the importance India attaches to the safety and security of nuclear installations, including in Ukraine. He underlined that endangerment of nuclear facilities could have far-reaching and catastrophic consequences for public health and the environment,” the statement added.
Zelensky, during the call, reiterated the importance of respecting the UN Charter, International Law, and the sovereignty and territorial integrity of all states, it said. The two leaders also touched uponPrime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday spoke with Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky to discuss the ongoing situation in the country and said India is ready to contribute to peace efforts in the ongoing conflict with Russia that entered its seventh month.
Underlining that endangerment of nuclear facilities could have catastrophic consequences, Modi reiterated his call for early cessation of hostilities, a statement by the Prime Minister's Office read. The prime minister highlighted the need to pursue the path of dialogue and diplomacy.
“PM Modi emphasised the importance India attaches to the safety and security of nuclear installations, including in Ukraine. He underlined that endangerment of nuclear facilities could have far-reaching and catastrophic consequences for public health and the environment,” the statement added.
Zelensky, during the call, reiterated the importance of respecting the UN Charter, International Law, and the sovereignty and territorial integrity of all states, it said. The two leaders also touched upon important areas of bilateral cooperation, following up on their last meeting in Glasgow in November last year.
The conversion comes days after Russia formally annexed four Moscow-held regions of Ukraine in a lavish ceremony in the Kremlin defying international law. Meanwhile, Zelensky on Friday hailed the successes of Kyiv's counteroffensive in the east. On Saturday, he had pledged to retake more areas in the country's eastern Donbas region from Russian forces. important areas of bilateral cooperation, following up on their last meeting in Glasgow in November last year.
The conversion comes days after Russia formally annexed four Moscow-held regions of Ukraine in a lavish ceremony in the Kremlin defying international law. Meanwhile, Zelensky Friday hailed the successes of Kyiv's counteroffensive in the east.
