New Delhi, Oct. 28 -- India is actively engaging with government authorities in both Ukraine and Russia to secure the release and safe return of Indian nationals who were duped into conflict roles under the pretence of foreign employment, Ministry of External Affairs Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal confirmed during a press briefing.

Highlighting diplomatic efforts underway in Kyiv, Jaiswal stated that Indian officials are conducting regular consular visits to maintain direct communication with trapped citizens.

"Discussions are underway with the [Ukraine] government to secure the release of our citizens who were lured there under the pretext of employment," Jaiswal said during a bi-weekly press briefing, "We are making efforts to bring the...