With Russia, Ukraine and the United States preparing for negotiations at Abu Dhabi, India is stepping up its diplomatic engagement in the Russia-Ukraine war. Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a crucial phone call with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy ahead of the US-brokered peace talks in Abu Dhabi. The discussion focused on diplomatic efforts to end the conflict and the growing crisis around Ukraine's grain exports through the Black Sea. Zelenskyy said India was ready to help establish food corridors, as Russia's blockade and attacks have disrupted vital shipping routes. India is also engaging Moscow. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar held discussions with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov on the conflict and possible diplomatic solutions.

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