Narendra Modi meets Volodymyr Zelenskyy, describes Ukraine-Russia conflict as 'issue of humanity'

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By  India Blooms News Service   May 20, 2023

Hiroshima: Indian PM Narendra Modi on Saturday met Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Hiroshima for the first time since the Russian invasion started last year.

During the meeting, Modi described the Ukraine war as an issue of humanity.

He said India will do whatever is possible to find a solution to the conflict.

Prime Minister noted that the conflict in Ukraine has had a significant impact on the whole world. He, however, stressed that for him, this is not a political or economic issue but an issue of humanity, of human values, read a statement issued by the Ministry of External Affairs on Saturday.

Met President @ZelenskyyUa in Hiroshima. Conveyed our clear support for dialogue and diplomacy to find a way forward. We will continue extending humanitarian assistance to the people of Ukraine. pic.twitter.com/1srbIIJUB3

The Prime Minister appreciated Ukraines cooperation in the safe evacuation of Indian students and welcomed the decision by Ukrainian institutions to hold examination in India for the students.

Prime Minister conveyed Indias clear support for dialogue and diplomacy to find a way forward. He said that for a resolution of the situation, India and Prime Minister personally would do everything within our means, read the statement.

Modi said India will continue to provide humanitarian assistance to the people of Ukraine.

Both leaders are currently visiting Japan to attend the G7 Summit.

They met on the sidelines of the event.