A historic milestone
Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Kyiv, marking the first visit by an Indian Prime Minister to Ukraine since its independence in 1991, to hold talks with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy amid the ongoing war with Russia. (Photo: Agencies)
PM Modi embraces Zelenskyy
PM Modi was greeted by President Zelenskyy at the multimedia Martyrologist Exposition. PM Modi gave a warm hug to Zelenskyy and as the two leaders walked towards the multimedia Exposition, slid a hand on his shoulder symbolising support for the leader of the war-torn nation. (Photo: Agencies)
Tribute to Mahatma in 'Oasis of Peace' park
PM Modi echoed Mahatma Gandhi's message of peace as he paid floral tribute to the global leader's statue in the 'Oasis of Peace' park in Kyiv.
Taking to X, PM Modi said, "Paid tributes to Mahatma Gandhi at Kyiv. The ideals of Bapu are universal and give hope to millions. May we all follow the path he showed to humanity." (Photo: Agencies)
4 Bhishm cubes presented to Ukraine
In a post on ‘X’ PM Modi said, “Bharat Health Initiative for Sahyog Hita & Maitri (BHISHM) is a unique effort which will ensure medical facilities in a rapidly deployable manner. It consists of cubes which contain medicines and equipment for medical care. Today, presented BHISHM cubes to President Zelenskyy.” (Photo: ANI)
India and Ukraine sign major key agreements
The two leaders inked four agreements including the Agreement on Cooperation in the field of Agriculture and Food Industry; MoU on Cooperation in the field of Medical Products Regulation; MoU on Indian Humanitarian Grant Assistance for Implementation of High Impact Community Development Projects; and Programme for Cultural Cooperation for 2024-2028, a press release by Ministry of External Affairs said. (Photo: Reuters)
Leaders pay homage in Kyiv
"President Zelenskyy and I paid homage at the Martyrologist Exposition in Kyiv. Conflict is particularly devastating for young children. My heart goes out to the families of children who lost their lives, and I pray that they find the strength to endure their grief," PM Modi posted on X. (Photo: Reuters)
'Very thankful to the PM for coming'
Zelenskyy expressed his gratitude and pleasure over PM Modi's visit to Ukraine, thanking him for making the trip. He said, "A very good meeting. This is a historic one... I am very thankful to the PM for coming. It's a good beginning with some practical steps..."
He further said, "I am happy that PM Modi came to visit us and I believe this is very important...This is the first visit of the Prime Minister of India to Ukraine. We are ready on our part to do the respective steps. We've heard messages from the Indian side that they would be happy to welcome our team to India. I believe this is the approximation of our parties that is positive, not negative." (Photo: AFP)
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