Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky called Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday (February 26) to discuss the current situation in Kiev, according to Indian media.
Zelensky wrote on Twitter: "I spoke with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and informed Ukraine of the process of repelling Russian aggression. More than 100,000 invaders were on our land, and they secretly opened fire on residential buildings. Urge India to give us political support at the UN Security Council. Stop the aggressors together".
The call comes as Russia stepped up its attack on Ukraine, which is seeking help from Western countries.
The Indian Prime Minister's Office issued a statement saying: "President Zelensky gave the Prime Minister a detailed account of the current conflict situation in Ukraine. The Prime Minister expressed his deep sorrow at the loss of life and property caused by the ongoing conflict. He reiterated his call for an immediate cessation of violence and the resumption of dialogue, and expressed India's willingness to contribute in any way to peace efforts".
The statement added: "The Prime Minister also expressed India's deep concern about the safety and security of Indian citizens in Ukraine, including students. He sought the assistance of the Ukrainian authorities to evacuate Indian citizens quickly and safely".
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke by phone with Russian President Vladimir Putin
Prime Minister Modi has spoken by phone with Russian President Vladimir Putin, who briefed him on developments in Ukraine during a phone call on Thursday (February 24).
According to a press statement issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of India (MEA), Russian President Vladimir Putin briefed Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the latest developments in the situation in Ukraine.
"The Prime Minister reiterated his long-standing belief that differences between Russia and the NATO bloc can only be resolved through honest and sincere dialogue," the statement said. The Prime Minister called for an immediate cessation of violence and on all parties to work together to return to the path of diplomatic negotiations and dialogue. ”
"The Prime Minister also conveyed to the President of Russia India's concerns about the safety of Indian citizens, especially students, in Ukraine and said that India attaches great importance to their safe evacuation and return to India," the statement added. The leaders agreed that officials and diplomatic teams of the two countries will continue to maintain regular contacts on hotspot issues."
