Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday said he had a “very good conversation” with French President Emmanuel Macron, as the leaders discussed a range of issues including the Russia-Ukraine war and the conflict in West Asia.
Taking to X, PM Modi said that the two leaders exchanged views on efforts to get a peaceful resolution of these wars.
“Had a very good conversation with my friend President Macron. Exchanged views on efforts for peaceful resolution of conflicts in Ukraine and in West Asia. Reaffirmed our commitment to further strengthen the India-France strategic partnership,” he said.
In a press release, the Prime Minister’s office said that PM Modi received a call on Thursday from Macron.
The leaders exchanged views on the ongoing efforts for peaceful resolution of conflicts in Ukraine and the West Asia region, it said.
According to the PMO, Macron briefed Modi on the recent meeting held by the leaders of Europe, including Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, with US President Donald Trump.
Emmanuel Macron and Britain’s Keir Starmer were among seven European leaders who accompanied Ukraine’s Volodymyr Zelensky to the White House on Monday for high-stakes talks with US President Donald Trump.
During his call with Modi, Macron also shared his perspectives on the situation in Gaza.
The Ukraine war, which has killed tens of thousands of people, has ground to a virtual stalemate despite a few recent Russian advances, defying Trump’s push to end it.
(This is a developing story. Check back for updates)