# Zelensky seeks India’s assistance in peace efforts ahead of Russia talks

- URL: https://talkfuse.com/story/zelensky-seeks-indias-assistance-in-peace-efforts-ahead-of-russia-talks/
- Published: 2026-11-09T15:22:37+00:00
- Updated: 2026-11-09T21:39:37+00:00
- Original publisher: Kyiv Independent
- Original article: https://kyivindependent.com/zelensky-seeks-indias-assistance-in-peace-efforts-ahead-of-russia-talks/
- Topics: Asia, Culture, Europe, Food, Government, Politics, World

## Key points

- Zelensky asked Modi to help advance peace efforts.
- India may help mediate Black Sea food corridors.
- Ukraine, Russia and the US are due to meet in Abu Dhabi.

## Summary

Volodymyr Zelensky spoke with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi about diplomatic developments ahead of Ukraine, Russia and US representatives meeting in Abu Dhabi on 10 and 11 November. Zelensky urged India to consider how it could help end the war, which has been at a standstill in peace efforts since February.

The leaders discussed Russia’s blockade of grain exports through the Black Sea, and Zelensky said India was ready to help mediate the creation of food corridors. India has called for a diplomatic resolution while expanding trade with Russia and buying large amounts of Russian oil. Its recent efforts have included a reported ceasefire proposal covering strikes on energy infrastructure and Black Sea shipping.

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