Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 07:01am on 18 Jul 2024,Thursday India Global
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has praised India's independence in determining its national interests and choosing partners. He condemned the "enormous pressure" on India due to its energy cooperation with Russia, calling it "completely unjustified". Lavrov made the remarks during a press conference, also criticizing Ukraine's comments on the recent meeting between President Vladimir Putin and Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Lavrov's statement highlights Russia's appreciation for India's sovereign decision-making and their bilateral cooperation despite international pressure. The remarks underscore the strengthening relationship between Russia and India.