How to end Russia-Ukraine war? Modi to ‘share perspective’ on peaceful resolution during Kyiv visit

Aug. 21, 2024, 7:23 a.m.

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India Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Wednesday he will “share perspectives” on the peaceful resolution of the conflict between Ukraine and Russiaduring his visit to Kyiv this week.

Modi departed for Poland on Wednesday and will travel to Kyiv on Friday, marking the first visit to Ukraine by an Indian prime minister since the establishment of diplomatic relations 30 years ago.

Modi’s trip to Ukraine comes weeks after his visit to Moscow during which he rebuked Russian President Vladimir Putin over the war, which began with Russia’s full-scale invasion of its neighbour in February 2022.

Modi also had a meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on the sidelines of the Group of Seven summit in Italy last month.

“As a friend and partner, we hope for an early return of peace and stability in the region,” Modi said in a statement before his departure.

India has consistently advocated for Ukraine and Russia to resolve their disputes through dialogue and diplomacy.

Modi’s two-day visit to Russia last month coincided with a lethal strike on a children’s hospital in Kyiv, following which he told Putin that the death of innocent children was painful and terrifying and urged resolution of the conflict.

Ukranian leaders have also pitched for India to help rebuild the country’s war-torn economy.