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Hindustan Times
6 days ago
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
Pro-Putin Viktor Orban & Robert Fico lash out at EU; ‘Change is needed, this cannot go on…'
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán and his Slovakian counterpart Robert Fico delivered fiery speeches at the 2025 CPAC Hungary conference in Budapest, launching scathing critiques of the European Union's leadership. Orbán accused Brussels of 'hijacking and derailing' Europe's future and echoing his sentiments was Fico, who accused the EU of suppressing dissent. Fico's comments followed his visit to Russia for the 2025 Victory Day Parade. Watch their remarks here.
Time of India
15-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Xi's Troops To Help Putin's Men In Ukraine War? China Military Says 'Ready To Strengthen...'
/ May 15, 2025, 08:45PM IST China has said that it is ready to "expand practical cooperation" with the Russian army. The announcement comes days after Chinese president Xi Jinping visited Moscow to attend the Victory Day Parade presided by Russia president Vladimir Putin. Jinping's Moscow visit was condemned by Ukraine's allies, who accused Beijing of giving Moscow economic and political cover to wage a war of aggression.
India Gazette
14-05-2025
- Politics
- India Gazette
"Indian diaspora of Russia and Indians excited to see PM Modi and President Putin together:" MoS Defence Sanjay Seth
Ranchi (Jharkhand) [India], May 14 (ANI): Ministry of State (MoS) Defence Sanjay Seth speaking on his visit to Russia stated that the Indian diaspora of Russia and Indians are excited to see the Prime Minister and Russia's President Putin together. Seth further stated that both India and Russia share a strong friendship that is almost telepathic. 'Russia and India have had a relationship for hundreds of years... The Indian diaspora of Russia and Indians here are equally excited to see PM Narendra Modi and President Putin together. Both share telepathy and a strong friendship. I had the fortune of meeting President Putin...' Seth told ANI. Earlier on May 9,the MoS had visited Moscow to attend the Victory Day Parade and had met the President Vladimir Putin and expressed gratitude for Russia's support in India's fight against terrorism. Sharing a post on X, Seth wrote, 'Honoured to meet President Vladimir Putin during my Russia visit. Represented India at the banquet marking the 80th Victory Day anniversary. Expressed gratitude for Russia's support in India's fight against terrorism under the leadership of Hon'ble PM Shri @narendramodi Jee.' Sanjay Seth also laid a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and met Russian Deputy Defence Minister Col Gen Alexander Fomin to discuss deepening military and technical cooperation yesterday. He thanked Russia for its support against crossborder terrorism, with both sides agreeing to enhance ties through existing frameworks and regular consultations. In a post on X, Seth said, 'Today I attended a bilateral meeting with Russian Deputy Defence Minister Colonel General Alexander Fomin. In this meeting, I thanked the Government and people of Russia for Russia's support in India's fight against cross-border terrorism. 'The post further said, 'Also, there was a positive discussion on multifaceted military and military-technical cooperation. In the meeting, we agreed to further deepen these relations within the framework of existing institutional mechanisms. India and Russia will continue regular consultations in the future and enhance mutual cooperation in the changing situation.' Victory Day commemorates the Soviet Union's victory over Nazi Germany in World War II and is marked with a grand military parade in the Russian capital. (ANI)
India Gazette
12-05-2025
- Politics
- India Gazette
Russian President Putin to visit India following PM Modi's invitation during bilateral talks
Moscow [Russia] May 12 (ANI): Russian President Vladimir Putin and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi held telephone talks. This was reported by the official website of the Russian President. The two leaders spoke by phone to discuss the strategic strength of Russia-India relations, which TV BRICS described as a uniquely privileged partnership. President Putin reiterated his condolences over the recent terrorist attack in Pahalgam, and as cited by TV BRICS, both sides stressed the urgent need for continued cooperation in combating terrorism. During the exchange, Prime Minister Modi congratulated President Putin and the people of Russia on the upcoming 80th anniversary of the Victory in the Great Patriotic War, which he described, as reported by TV BRICS, as a shared commemoration for both nations. PM Modi also extended an invitation to President Putin to visit India for the traditional annual bilateral summit, a gesture that, as per TV BRICS, was warmly received and accepted by the Russian side. Minister of State for Defence Sanjay Seth participated in Victory Day celebrations during his visit to Russia from May 8 to 9. The celebrations were organised on May 9, in Moscow to commemorate 80th anniversary of the victory of Soviet People in the Second World War (1941-45). According to a release, Minister Sanjay Seth laid a wreath on the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and witnessed the Victory Day Parade, along with the distinguished delegates from other countries. The participation of Raksha Rajya Mantri in the Victory Day Parade is the symbol of longstanding special and privileged strategic partnership between India and Russia. During the visit, the MoS Defence called on Russian President Vladimir Putin and extended congratulations for the 80th Victory Day. MoS also held a bilateral meeting with the Russian Deputy Defence Minister Colonel General Alexander Fomin and thanked the Government & people of Russia for their support in India's fight against the menace of state-sponsored cross-border terrorism. The two Ministers also discussed multifaceted military & military - technical cooperation and agreed to further deepen ties within the framework of existent institutional mechanisms. The two sides will continue to hold regular consultations and enhance cooperation in the evolving situation. (ANI)
India Gazette
12-05-2025
- Politics
- India Gazette
President Putin to visit India following Prime Minister Modi's invitation during bilateral talks
Moscow [Russia] May 12 (ANI): Russian President Vladimir Putin and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi held telephone talks. This was reported by the official website of the Russian President. The two leaders spoke by phone to discuss the strategic strength of Russia-India relations, which TV Brics described as a uniquely privileged partnership. President Putin reiterated his condolences over the recent terrorist attack in Pahalgam, and as cited by TV Brics, both sides stressed the urgent need for continued cooperation in combating terrorism. During the exchange, Prime Minister Modi congratulated President Putin and the people of Russia on the upcoming 80th anniversary of the Victory in the Great Patriotic War, which he described, as reported by TV Brics, as a shared commemoration for both nations. PM Modi also extended an invitation to President Putin to visit India for the traditional annual bilateral summit, a gesture that, as per TV Brics, was warmly received and accepted by the Russian side. Minister of State for Defence Sanjay Seth participated in Victory Day celebrations during his visit to Russia from May 08 to 09. The celebrations were organised on May 09, in Moscow to commemorate 80th anniversary of the victory of Soviet People in the Second World War (1941-45). According to a release, Minister Sanjay Seth laid a wreath on the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and witnessed the Victory Day Parade, along with the distinguished delegates from other countries. The participation of Raksha Rajya Mantri in the Victory Day Parade is the symbol of longstanding special and privileged strategic partnership between India and Russia. During the visit, the MoS Defence called on Russian President Mr Vladimir Putin and extended congratulations for the 80th Victory also held a bilateral meeting with the Russian Deputy Defence Minister Colonel General Alexander Fomin and thanked the Government & people of Russia for their support in India's fight against the menace of state-sponsored cross-border terrorism. The two Ministers also discussed multifaceted military & military - technical cooperation and agreed to further deepen ties within the framework of existent institutional mechanisms. The two sides will continue to hold regular consultations and enhance cooperation in the evolving situation. (ANI)
