Putin seeks relevance in meeting with India's Modi - Eastern Express - TVP WORLD

Putin’s visit to India comes at a moment of deep geopolitical tension as the United States pushes New Delhi to cut dependence on Russian oil. India is diversifying its energy, defense, and trade partnerships, quietly reducing Moscow’s leverage. Putin arrives seeking reassurance, but the long-term trajectory is one of managed decline in the relationship. This episode examines the tariffs, sanctions, defense gaps, and diplomatic calculations shaping India’s strategy.