Indian prime minister arrives in Kyiv

India’s prime minister, Narendra Modi , has arrived in Kyiv for a closely-watched visit.

The trip marks the first visit by an Indian prime minister to Ukraine since its independence in 1991, and comes after Modi visited Russia in July.

“I look forward to the opportunity to... share perspectives on peaceful resolution of the ongoing Ukraine conflict,” Modi said ahead of the trip, Reuters reported.

“As a friend and partner, we hope for an early return of peace and stability in the region,” he added.