India Says Russia Ties ‘Time-Tested’ as Trump Slams Relation

Vladimir Putin and Narendra Modi in October.
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By Sudhi Ranjan Sen

August 1, 2025 at 7:47 AM EDT

Updated on

August 2, 2025 at 4:55 AM EDT

New Delhi and Moscow have a “steady and time-tested partnership,” India’s foreign ministry spokesperson said on Friday, just days after US President Donald Trump ripped the South Asian nation over its ties with Russia.

Trump on Wednesday blasted India for continuing to purchase most of its military equipment and energy from Russia. The US leader imposed a surprise 25% tariff on India and threatened an additional penalty for its close ties with Moscow.