Andrei Belousov
Russia Remains India's Vital Strategic Partner in Defence and Technology Despite Global Shifts
Dec 04, 2025 11:13 pm CST
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh reaffirms Russia's position as India's key strategic partner in defence and technology sectors during the 22nd India-Russia Inter-Governmental Commission meeting. The bilateral relationship continues to flourish despite global geopolitical changes, with President Putin's visit expected to strengthen the special privileged partnership between the two nations through discussions on defence contracts, technology transfer, and trade agreements.
Russia Defence Minister Highlights Time-Tested Friendship and Strategic Partnership with India
Dec 04, 2025 11:12 pm CST
Russian Defence Minister Andrei Belousov emphasizes the enduring strategic partnership between Russia and India during the 22nd Inter-Governmental Commission meeting on Military and Technical Cooperation. The minister highlighted mutual respect, shared traditions, and ongoing defense collaboration while congratulating India on Navy Day and noting the partnership's importance for regional stability in South Asia.
Putin Orders Russian Officials to Prepare for Possible Nuclear Weapons Testing Following US Announcement
Nov 06, 2025 12:03 am CST
Russian President Vladimir Putin has instructed top officials to draft proposals for potential nuclear weapons testing in response to US President Donald Trump's recent announcement about resuming such tests. Despite Russia's historical adherence to the Comprehensive Nuclear Test Ban Treaty, Putin indicated Russia would conduct tests if any other nuclear power does so, with Defense Minister Belousov confirming readiness at the Arctic testing site in Novaya Zemlya.