Top Ukraine Minister Emine Dzhaparova Arrives In India, 1st Official Visit Since Russia War. In Pics

Dzhaparova will meet with Secretary (West), Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MEA), Sanjay Verma during her four-day visit. The two are anticipated to discuss bilateral relations, share opinions on the state of affairs in Ukraine, and debate world topics of shared concern. (Source: PTI)

During the visit, the deputy foreign minister of Ukraine will also meet with Vikram Misri, the deputy national security adviser, and Meenakshi Lekhi, minister of state for external affairs and culture. (Source: PTI)

This is the East European country's first formal visit since the start of the Russia-Ukraine crisis last year. (Source: Getty)

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has stated that the crisis between Russia and Ukraine can only be addressed via communication and diplomacy, adding that India is ready to help to any peace efforts. (Source: PTI)

Dzhaparova tweeted, Happy to visit India -the land that gave birth to many sages, saints and gurus. Today, #India wants to be the Vishwaguru, the global teacher and arbiter. In our case, we've got a very clear picture: aggressor against innocent victim. Supporting Ukraine is the only right choice for true Vishwaguru. (Source: Getty)

In response to a question on India-Russia relations, Emine Dzhaparova informed reporters: We are not in the position of instructing India in their economic ties with other countries. We only think it is crucial to diversify all of the resources, not only energy but also military resources. (Source: Getty)