United Nations, Sep 25
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has extended an invitation to several nations, including India, to join efforts in organising a second Peace Summit aimed at ending the ongoing conflict with Russia.
Speaking at the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) meeting, Zelensky emphasised the need for collective action to stop Russia's war and work towards a peaceful resolution.
"We all know what needs to be done if we honestly look at the situation and truly want to stop Russia's war. Most importantly, act together, in unity, without creating unnecessary divisions of the world into blocs or regional groups," Zelensky said.
Inviting key global players, he stated, "We have to prepare for the second Peace Summit to end the war. All together. I invite all of you, all principal nations, to join us in this process. All who truly respect the UN charter. We invite China and Brazil, and I have already invited India. We are working with African nations, Latin America, the Middle East, Central Asia, Europe, Pacific nations, and North America. All are equally important for peace, without exception".
Zelensky reiterated his confidence in achieving peace, asserting, "We have the peace formula, we have the UN Charter, and we have the strength to make it happen. What’s needed is determination".
His remarks come after a recent meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the sidelines of the UN 'Summit of the Future'.
The discussion marked the third bilateral meeting between the two leaders this year, focusing on international cooperation and the ongoing peace process.