New Delhi, May 13 -- India on Tuesday welcomed Russia's proposal for direct talks with Ukraine, describing it as an opportunity to address their concerns through dialogue and diplomacy.

While addressing a press briefing on Tuesday, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said that India has consistently advocated the need for engagement between Russia and Ukraine to achieve peace.

"We welcome the direct talks that have been announced between Russia and Ukraine. The talks present an opportunity for both parties to address their concerns through dialogue and diplomacy. India has consistently advocated the need for sincere and practical engagement between Russia and Ukraine to ensure early and abiding peace," Ja...