US Advises India On Relations With Russia, Foreign Ministry Responds Sharply | ABP News

On July 8, 2024, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Russia, prompting renewed scrutiny from the US. During proceedings in the US Parliament, Assistant Secretary Donald Lu questioned the timing of the visit. In response, External Affairs Ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal stated, "India has a longstanding relationship with Russia, rooted in mutual interests. All nations have the sovereign right to choose their partners and establish their own relationships. This freedom should be respected and appreciated globally." External Affairs Ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal emphasised that India's international relationships are based on its own strategic interests and that such decisions should not be subject to external scrutiny.