# India-Ukraine diplomatic relations

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/india-ukraine-diplomatic-relations
> Updated: 2026-08-26T01:40:30.000Z. Sources: 6. Developments: 2.

During Ukraine’s 35th Independence Day celebrations, diplomatic leaders from India and Ukraine reaffirmed their commitment to bilateral cooperation. Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar expressed optimism regarding deepening partnerships, following a June meeting between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Volodymyr Zelenskyy focused on restoring trade and economic ties.

President Zelenskyy expressed gratitude to Indian President Droupadi Murmu for her congratulatory message. In his communications, Zelenskyy emphasized that the primary aspiration of Ukrainians is an “honorable end to the ongoing war with Russia” and called for international unity to establish a path toward peace. 

As part of the independence commemorations, Zelenskyy conferred state honors upon military personnel and civilians, including posthumous awards for those killed by Russian forces.

## Claims

- Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that a dignified end to the war with Russia is the primary desire of millions of Ukrainians. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- Volodymyr Zelenskyy expressed gratitude to Indian President Droupadi Murmu for her congratulatory message on Ukraine's Independence Day. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- Ukraine remains committed to strengthening mutual interest-based dialogue and cooperation with India. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- Ukraine celebrated its 35th anniversary of independence. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- President Zelenskyy conferred state honors upon soldiers and civilians during the independence celebrations. (corroborated by 2 sources)

## Timeline

### 2026-08-26: Ukraine President Zelenskyy thanks India's President Murmu

President Zelenskyy thanked Indian President Droupadi Murmu for her Independence Day wishes to Ukraine and reaffirmed a commitment to strengthening bilateral ties with India.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ukraine-president-zelenskyy-thanks-indias-president-murmu

### 2026-08-24: India and Ukraine reaffirm commitment to bilateral ties on Ukraine's Independence Day

Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar and Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral ties following Ukraine's Independence Day.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/india-and-ukraine-reaffirm-commitment-to-bilateral-ties-on-ukraines-independence-day

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