India underlines dialogue and diplomacy to resolve Russia-Ukraine crisis
President Putin briefed PM Modi about the recent developments regarding Ukraine.
New Delhi: India has made its stand clear that 'dialogue and diplomacy' are the best way forward to end the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war after global powers sanctioned tough economic measures against Russia invaded Ukraine.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi in his telephonic conversation with President of Russia Vladimir Putin, PM Modi reiterated his long-standing conviction that the differences between Russia and the NATO group can only be resolved through honest and sincere dialogue. Also, he appealed for an immediate cessation of violence and called for concerted efforts from all sides to return to the path of diplomatic negotiations and dialogue.
President Putin briefed PM Modi about the recent developments regarding Ukraine.
Prime Minister also sensitised the Russian President about India's concerns regarding the safety of the Indian citizens in Ukraine, especially students, and conveyed that India attaches the highest priority to their safe exit and return to India.
The leaders agreed that their officials and diplomatic teams would continue to maintain regular contacts on issues of topical interest.
MEA S Jaishankar has spoken to Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov of Russia on the Ukraine developments. He underlined that dialogue and diplomacy are the best way forward.
