New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during a telephonic conversation with Vladimir Putin on Thursday night, appealed for an immediate cessation of violence.
After being briefed about recent developments in Ukraine by the Russian President, Modi called for concerted efforts from all sides to return to the path of diplomatic negotiations and dialogue.
Reiterating his conviction that differences between Russia and North Atlantic Treaty Alliance (NATO) group can only be resolved through honest and sincere dialogue, Modi conveyed to Putin about India’s concerns regarding the safety of Indian citizens in Ukraine, especially students. He said that their safe exit and return to India is of utmost priority to the government.
The leaders agreed that their officials and diplomatic teams would continue to maintain regular contacts on issues of topical interest.
