Russia-Ukraine War / Zelensky called PM Modi, what happened before Putin-Trump meeting?

Russia-Ukraine War: Ahead of the much-anticipated meeting of US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin on August 15, 2025, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has taken active steps to strengthen his diplomatic outreach with global leaders. On Monday, Zelensky shared information on social media platform X that he had a long and fruitful conversation with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. In this conversation, bilateral cooperation, the current state of war and the global diplomatic scenario were discussed in detail.

Zelensky and Modi's conversation

Zelensky wrote on X, "I had a long conversation with the Prime Minister of India Narendra Modi. We discussed in detail all important issues, including our bilateral cooperation and the overall diplomatic situation. I am grateful to the Prime Minister for his warm support to our people." In this conversation, Zelensky detailed the damage caused to Ukrainian cities and villages by Russian attacks. In particular, he mentioned the recent Russian attack on the bus station in Zaporizhzhia, in which dozens of people were injured. Zelensky described the attack as part of Russia's strategy to undermine the prospects of a ceasefire.

Prime Minister Modi also shared his reaction to this conversation on Twitter. He wrote, "I was pleased to speak to President Zelensky and hear his views on recent developments. I conveyed to him India's firm position on the need for an early and peaceful resolution of the conflict. India is committed to making every possible contribution in this regard as well as further strengthening bilateral relations with Ukraine."

Strategy of sanctions on Russia

During the conversation, Zelensky emphasized the importance of sanctions on Russia. He said that it is necessary to limit the export of Russian energy, especially oil, to reduce Russia's financial and strategic ability to continue the war. This step could be an important step towards ending the war.

Possible meeting in September

Zelensky also informed that he and Prime Minister Modi are planning a personal meeting during the United Nations General Assembly in September 2025. Along with this, both the leaders have agreed to increase mutual visits and diplomatic exchanges. This meeting can be an important step towards further deepening relations between India and Ukraine.

India's role in the global perspective

India has adopted a balanced and peaceful approach in this war. Prime Minister Modi has repeatedly advocated a peaceful solution to the war and India has also supported Ukraine through humanitarian aid. This recent conversation with Zelensky makes it clear that India is ready to play an important diplomatic role on the global stage.

This diplomatic activism of Zelensky ahead of the Trump-Putin meeting on August 15 not only strengthens Ukraine's position but also underlines the role of countries like India for global peace and stability.

I had a long conversation with the Prime Minister of India @narendramodi. We discussed in detail all important issues – both of our bilateral cooperation and the overall diplomatic situation. I am grateful to the Prime Minister for his warm words of support for our people.

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— Volodymyr Zelenskyy / Володимир Зеленський (@ZelenskyyUa) August 11, 2025

Glad to speak with President Zelenskyy and hear his perspectives on recent developments. I conveyed India’s consistent position on the need for an early and peaceful resolution of the conflict. India remains committed to making every possible contribution in this regard, as well…

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) August 11, 2025