India-Russia Summit 2025: Strategic Partnership Amid Global Tensions and Western Sanctions

Dec 03, 2025 05:01 pm CST

The upcoming India-Russia summit between President Putin and PM Modi represents a critical moment in bilateral relations amidst complex geopolitical challenges. Despite Western pressure and sanctions, India maintains strategic ties with Russia through defense cooperation, energy purchases, and trade initiatives. This article examines the high-stakes balancing act India performs between its longstanding Russian partnership and its growing Western alignments, highlighting the strategic autonomy that defines Indian foreign policy.