Narendra Modi Arrives in Kyiv for Talks with Volodymyr Zelenskyy

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi made a historic visit to Ukraine, meeting with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Kyiv.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has arrived in Kyiv for a visit, marking the first visit by an Indian prime minister to Ukraine since its independence in 1991. Modi's visit is seen as a closely-watched peace mission, and he is expected to meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to discuss economic ties and cooperation in defense, science, and technology. India has maintained a neutral stance on the conflict, calling for a ceasefire but not condemning Russia's invasion. Modi has also called for a ceasefire, but has not taken a clear stance on Russia's actions. The visit comes weeks after Modi traveled to Moscow for talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin, and India has acted as an economic lifeline for Russia, ramping up purchases of its oil and other goods.