Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday spoke to his Dutch counterpart Mark Rutte over phone to discuss the ongoing situation in Russia-hit Ukraine, news agency ANI quoted the Prime Minister's Office. 

During the conversation, PM Modi reiterated India’s consistent appeal for cessation of hostilities and a return to the path of dialogue and diplomacy. 

The prime minister welcomed the ongoing talks between Russia and Ukraine, and hoped for an early resolution: PMO

Prime Minister Modi informed the Dutch PM about the progress in the evacuation of Indian citizens from conflict areas, and India’s assistance in form of urgent relief supplies, including medicines for the affected population.

(With inputs from agencies)