India Russia relations

Moscow Hails India’s ‘Determination’ Amid Global Pressure, Highlights Strategic Ties with New Delhi

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The Russian Foreign Ministry has praised India for its determination to strengthen ties with Moscow despite Western pressure and threats. Highlighting India’s strategic autonomy, sovereignty, and refusal to join anti-Russian sanctions, Moscow emphasized ongoing cooperation in defense, energy, space, and nuclear projects, as well as initiatives for national currency trade and alternative logistics. The statement …

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Jaishankar Defends India’s Russian Oil Imports Amid U.S. Tariffs, Calls Criticism Unjustified

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India’s External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, during his Moscow visit on August 21, 2025, strongly defended India’s purchase of Russian crude oil despite U.S. tariffs on Indian exports. He argued that India is not the largest buyer of Russian energy, its imports stabilize global markets, and U.S. criticism is unjustified. The remarks come amid strained …

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Indian NSA Ajit Doval To Visits Moscow Amid Rising U.S. Pressure Over Russian Oil Imports

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National Security Advisor Ajit Doval’s visit to Moscow on August 5, 2025, comes at a critical time as India faces mounting pressure from the United States over its continued oil trade with Russia. The visit aims to bolster defense and energy cooperation with Moscow, reaffirm India’s strategic autonomy, and address regional security concerns. This blog …

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India’s Ajit Doval to Visit Russia to Expedite S-400 Delivery and Strengthen Defense Ties

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Ajit Doval to Visit Russia:In a significant development aimed at expediting the delivery of the remaining two S-400 air defense systems from Russia, India’s National Security Adviser (NSA), Ajit Doval, is scheduled to visit Moscow next week. The visit underscores India’s focus on strengthening its air defense capabilities amid escalating regional security challenges. Ajit Doval …

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