America News Agency

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky held a telephone conversation with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Zelensky stated that he had briefed Modi on the latest diplomatic developments, noting that preparations were continuing on all items on the agenda of the planned meeting in Abu Dhabi.

Emphasizing Ukraine's constructive approach, Zelensky stressed that Russia should demonstrate the same willingness to de-escalate tensions. He recalled that Modi had previously stated during a direct conversation with the Russian President that the time had come to end the war rather than continue it.

Zelensky highlighted the importance of steps India could take to help bring the war to an end, as well as the dialogue it could pursue with other leaders. Noting that food security could be one such area, Zelensky said they had also discussed Russia's obstruction of grain exports through the Black Sea.

Zelensky stated that India was ready to mediate the establishment of food corridors and expressed hope that efforts in this direction would continue.

"Russia must understand that the obstruction of maritime routes is harming the global economy and hundreds of millions of people around the world," Zelensky said.

It was also reported that the two sides agreed that their teams would maintain contact on these matters and other bilateral issues.