Jaishankar meets President Zelenskyy in Ukraine; offers to help end the Russia-Ukraine war

Jaishankar meets President Zelenskyy in Ukraine; offers to help end the Russia-Ukraine war

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar met with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Kyiv during his visit to Ukraine. Discussions during the meeting focused on ending the Russia-Ukraine war, establishing peace, and strengthening India-Ukraine relations. Following the meeting, Jaishankar clarified India’s stance when asked about its oil purchases from Russia. He stated that the resolution of the Ukraine crisis does not depend on whether or not India buys oil from Russia. Jaishankar also highlighted the energy needs of India’s 1.4 billion-strong population. Additionally, India affirmed its readiness to play every possible role in helping to end the Russia-Ukraine war and establish peace.