We appreciate India’s dedication to peace and dialogue: Zelenskyy thanks Modi for Independence Day greetings

He appreciated India's dedication to reaching peace and dialogue in the war.

"Thank you, Prime Minister @narendramodi, for the warm greetings on Ukraine’s Independence Day. We appreciate India’s dedication to peace and dialogue," Zelenskyy wrote on X.

"Now, as the entire world strives to end this horrible war with dignity and lasting peace, we count on India’s contribution. Every decision that strengthens diplomacy leads to better security not only in Europe, but also in the Indo-Pacific and beyond," he said.

Ukraine's envoy to India Oleksandr Polishchuk has confirmed that President Volodymyr Zelenskyy may visit India soon.

He said both sides are working to finalise the date after an invitation from PM Narendra Modi.

"The Indian Prime Minister invited Zelensky to come to India. Both sides are working on this. We expect President Zelenskyy to be in India, definitely. It will be a great achievement in our bilateral relationship. We are trying to agree on a precise date," Polishchuk told ANI.

"We expect more Indian involvement in the peace-building process in Ukraine definitely in the political negotiation with the Russians," he said.

"In relation to the declaration about the future strategic partnership between India and Ukraine, believe me, we have potential for that," he said.

Zelenskyy wished India on Independence Day

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy recently wished India on Independence Day and expressed his hope that New Delhi will l contribute to efforts aimed at ending the war.

"Congratulations to the people of India, President @rashtrapatibhvn , and Prime Minister @narendramodi on the Independence Day!" Zelenskyy posted on X.

"Our nations share the experience of standing up for freedom and dignity, as well as the pursuit of peace and development. We hope that India will contribute to efforts aimed at ending the war, so that our freedom and sovereignty are truly secure," he said.

Zelenskyy said he is confident that the potential for mutually beneficial Ukraine–India cooperation lies ahead.

The mutually beneficial sectors include science, technology, trade, and culture.

Modi replied to his greetings and said he hopes to see the war-torn nation witness a future marked by "peace, progress and prosperity."