NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his concern over the Russian invasion of Ukraine during a virtual meeting with US President Joe Biden.

"Recent news of the killing of innocent citizens in Bucha city was a matter of concern. We immediately condemned it and also demanded an impartial probe. We hope that through the talks between Russia and Ukraine, a path for peace would come out."

US President Joe Biden said that the US had a very strong defence partnership with India.

'The relationship between our nations is about cooperation between peoples and sharing of values. I welcome India's support for the people of Ukraine, "said Joe Biden.

Modi said that he had spoken to the presidents of Ukraine and Russia several times over the phone to restore peace.

"I have spoken with Presidents of both Ukraine and Russia over the telephone, several times. I not only appealed to them for peace but also suggested President Putin hold direct talks with the Ukrainian President. Detailed discussions were held over Ukraine, in our Parliament," Modi said.