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Modi Defies U.S. Pressure, Strengthens India-Russia Ties

9/29/2025

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Modi Defends Russia Ties

Prime Minister Narendra Modi affirmed a strong India–Russia partnership over 70 years, resisted U.S. pressure to curtail ties, and urged domestically-made products.
He cited defense cooperation, including a joint Kalashnikov rifles venture.
The United States (U.S.) pressures to reduce Russian energy/arms dependence and tariffs on Indian goods are noted; Modi will continue Russian oil while viable.

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Trump Mediates Tensions

Tensions rise between United States President Trump and Indian Prime Minister Modi as Trump mediates India–Pakistan disputes.
Modi grows angry after Trump claims credit for peace efforts and seeks Nobel support.
Tariffs on Indian goods push Modi to attend the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit, signaling defiance.
Trade talks progress, focusing on digital trade and agricultural imports, with upcoming Modi–Trump meetings.

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Modi Defends Russia Ties

Prime Minister Narendra Modi affirmed a strong India–Russia partnership over 70 years, resisted U.S. pressure to curtail ties, and urged domestically-made products.
He cited defense cooperation, including a joint Kalashnikov rifles venture.
The United States (U.S.) pressures to reduce Russian energy/arms dependence and tariffs on Indian goods are noted; Modi will continue Russian oil while viable.

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