"Time-Tested Ties of Friendship": Russia After NSA Doval Meets Putin Amid US Tariff Row

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 08:12pm on 07 Aug 2025,Thursday India Global

National Security Adviser Ajit Doval met Russian President Vladimir Putin and Security Council Secretary Sergey Shoigu in Moscow, reaffirming the “very special relationship” between India and Russia. Amid growing global uncertainty and US President Trump’s doubling of tariffs on India over Russian oil imports, both nations emphasized strengthening their strategic partnership. Shoigu highlighted "time-tested ties of friendship" and a shared commitment to a fairer world order. Doval conveyed PM Modi’s thanks for Russia’s support after the Pahalgam terror attack. Discussions also focused on Putin’s upcoming India visit and enhancing cooperation in defence, multilateral forums, and counterterrorism. (PC: X)

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