Russian President Vladimir Putin emphasized that sanction threats against India would backfire, praising PM Modi's leadership and India's commitment to strategic autonomy.
Putin spoke at the SPIEF
Jun 06, 2026
10:18 am
What's the storyRussian President Vladimir Putin has reiterated his support for India's strategic autonomy, saying any attempt to impose sanctions on New Delhi would backfire under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership.
Speaking at the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF), Putin said India has always pursued policies aligned with its national interests and will continue to do so.
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