Ukraine, India Discuss War Diplomacy

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi discussed diplomatic efforts to end Russia’s war in Ukraine during a phone call on Nov. 9, according to Ukraine’s presidential office.

Zelenskyy briefed Modi on recent diplomatic developments and said Ukraine was preparing for every item on the agenda of an upcoming meeting in Abu Dhabi. He urged Russia to demonstrate the same willingness to de-escalate that Ukraine has shown.

The leaders also discussed Russia’s reported blocking of grain exports through the Black Sea and the potential establishment of food corridors. Zelenskyy said India was prepared to help mediate efforts to maintain food security and called for continued international engagement.

The two leaders agreed that their teams would remain in contact on the diplomatic process, food security and other bilateral matters.