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Jaishankar Shatters Western Illusion By Proving Russia Is India's True Friend
- •External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar firmly asserted at the Munich Leaders' Meeting that India's deep-rooted ties with Russia cannot be forgotten.
- •India completely rejected Western pressure to distance itself from Moscow over the Ukraine crisis, prioritizing its national interests above all else.
- •Historically, the Soviet Union stood by India during critical moments like 1971, shielding New Delhi from Western geopolitical pressure.
- •India exposed Western hypocrisy regarding crude oil imports, making it clear that 1.4 billion citizens will be fueled by affordable energy.
- •Defense cooperation with Russia, including S-400 systems and nuclear technology, remains irreplaceable by any Western power.
Key Questions Answered
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar pointed out that India and Russia have shared strong ties since the 1950s, noting that the Soviet Union stood with India like a rock during critical moments like the 1971 Liberation War and consistently used its veto to protect India at the United Nations.
Jaishankar criticized Western double standards by revealing that the United States itself urged India to buy discounted Russian oil when the Ukraine conflict began to stabilize the global energy market, ensuring affordable fuel for 1.4 billion Indians.
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman stated that trade talks between India and the United States have reached a standstill, reflecting broader trade friction and transactional policies under the current American administration.
