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The Trump administration, which crippled Russia’s oil sales to India with sanctions, will be watching Mr. Putin’s talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Putin’s state visit to India presents Prime Minister Modi with a delicate diplomatic challenge, analysts say, needing to reassure Moscow without angering Trump.
Kyiv Independent on MSN
Putin wraps up first India visit in 4 years, touts 'privileged partnership' on oil, defense
Russian President Vladimir Putin and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised expanding ties during talks in New Delhi on Dec. 5, as Putin wrapped up his first visit to India in 4 years. Putin's two-day trip underscored Moscow's effort to secure stable partners amid Western sanctions and India's growing reliance on discounted Russian crude.