Overview

• Ukrainian Ambassador Oleksandr Polishchuk said a precise date for President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s trip is under discussion and both governments are coordinating timing.
• The prospective visit follows Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s invitation extended during his August 23, 2024 meeting with Zelenskyy in Kyiv.
• Ukrainian officials describe India’s stance as “not neutral,” praising New Delhi’s support for peace, diplomacy and political dialogue regarding the war.
• Kyiv has urged India to play a more active role in efforts to end the conflict, citing New Delhi’s ties with Moscow as valuable for potential negotiations.
• Zelenskyy and Modi recently spoke by phone, with the Ukrainian side indicating plans for a personal meeting around the UN General Assembly and work toward an exchange of visits.