‘Forcing India to stop…’: Russia stands firm with New Delhi, warns against US trade deal 'tactics'

Russia has signalled firm support for India amid growing trade tensions involving Washington, with Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov cautioning against what he described as U.S. “tactics” aimed at pressuring strategic partners. Speaking on evolving global trade alignments, Lavrov suggested attempts to “force” India into limiting cooperation with Moscow would undermine sovereign decision-making and multipolar diplomacy. The remarks come at a sensitive moment as New Delhi balances ties with both Washington and Moscow, navigating energy security, defence procurement, and broader geopolitical realignments.