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Modi’s Ukraine Visit: A Hopeful Move for Peace

Modi stands with Zelenskyy in Ukraine during a historic visit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Ukraine shows India’s emerging role as a potential mediator in global conflicts. The world is watching closely, as hopes are pinned on Modi’s ability to contribute to peace efforts in a war that has had far-reaching consequences, not only for the region but for global stability.

The Russia-Ukraine conflict, which intensified in 2022, has led to wide devastation, with thousands of lives lost and millions displaced. The war has drawn in various international powers, each with its own interests and alliances, making the path to peace incredibly complex. In this context, Modi’s visit is seen as more than just a diplomatic gesture; it is a potential turning point in the efforts to negotiate a ceasefire and ultimately a lasting peace.

Modi-Zelenskyy Talks: Ukraine Seeks India’s Continued Role in Global Peace Efforts, Says Jaishankar

During visit Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Volodymyr Zelenskyy engaged in detailed discussions.

Prime Minister Modi and President Zelenskyy had a detailed and open discussion. Ukraine wanted India’s continued involvement in the global peace summit says Union minister for external affairs S Jaishankar.

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India-Ukraine Joint Statement: Modi and Zelenskyy Reaffirm Commitment to International Law and Peaceful Resolution

Released Joint Statement between India-Ukraine says ““Prime Minister Narendra Modi undertook a visit to Ukraine on 23 August 2024, at the invitation of the President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Prime Minister Modi and President Zelenskyy reiterated their readiness for further cooperation in upholding principles of international law, including the UN Charter, such as respect for territorial integrity and sovereignty of states. They agreed on the desirability of closer bilateral dialogue in this regard.”

“The Indian side reiterated its principled position and focus on peaceful resolution through dialogue and diplomacy, as a part of which, India has attended the Summit on Peace in Ukraine, held in Burgenstock, Switzerland, in June 2024,” 

Also read statement from Prime Minister Modi ahead of Ukraine visit in Poland

PM Modi Presents BHISHM Cubes to Ukraine: A Gesture of Humanitarian Support Amid Conflict

During this visit Prime Minister Modi presented BHISHM (Bharat Health Initiative for Sahyog Hita and Maitri) Cubes to the Ukrainian government.

As per statement from the Ministry of External Affairs, Modi handed over four BHISHM Cubes to the Ukrainian government. President Zelenskyy expressed his gratitude to the Prime Minister for the humanitarian assistance, noting that the Cubes would help speed up the treatment of the injured and save lives.

Indian Nationals’ Hopes

Indian nationals residing in Kyiv have voiced their hopes and expectations from Prime Minister Modi’s visit says “their pleasure at his visit and their anticipation for a possible truce or peace formula”

These individuals are also hopeful that Prime minister can play a role in facilitating a truce or even proposing a peace formula.

Ukrainian Perspective

Ukrainian citizens, including intellectuals and public figures like Professor Katrina Dovbnya, have highlighted the importance of Modi’s visit in current circumstances. she seeks PM Modi’s attention in achieving peace.

Key Events During the Visit

During visit to Ukraine, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy honored the memory of children who lost their lives due to the conflict at the Martyrologist Exposition in Kyiv.

President Zelenskyy said ” Today in Kyiv, Prime Minister @NarendraModi and I honored the memory of the children whose lives were taken by Russian aggression. Children in every country deserve to live in safety. We must make this possible” via X

Prime Minister Narendra Modi also give tributes to Mahatma Gandhi at Kyiv’s ‘Oasis of Peace’ park. PM wrote on his X,” Paid tributes to Mahatma Gandhi at Kyiv. The ideals of Bapu are universal and give hope to millions. May we all follow the path he showed to humanity,”

ministry of external affairs spokesperson also posted on X, “PM underscored the relevance of Mahatma’s eternal message of peace in building a harmonious society and finding solutions to present-day global challenges.”

During this visit Prime Minister also interacted with Ukrainian Students Learning Hindi in Kyiv Visit

Diplomatic Achievements

The visit also saw the signing of four agreements between India and Ukraine, covering areas such as agriculture, medicine, culture, and humanitarian aid  following discussions between PM Narendra Modi and President Zelenskyy.

Union minister for external affairs S Jaishankar on Friday said Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his discussion with President Zelenskyy, reiterated India’s willingness to contribute in all possible ways to facilitate an early return of peace.

What to expect from visit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s go to to Ukraine is extra than a diplomatic formality; it’s far a enormous step toward peace in a war that has deeply affected the area and the world. The wish is that Modi’s visit will make a contribution to the ongoing efforts to bring about a peaceful decision to the Russia-Ukraine battle. The world waits in anticipation to peer how this historical go to may impact the destiny of world peace tasks and the route of the warfare itself.

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