India's Modi to visit Moscow soon, Russian state media says

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to visit Moscow soon, marking his first trip to Russia since the Kremlin's invasion of Ukraine. Despite India's close ties with Washington, the visit underscores the growing relationship between India and Russia. Kremlin spokesperson Yuri Ushakov confirmed the preparations for Modi's visit, with dates to be announced shortly. India's longstanding relationship with Russia, dating back to the Cold War era, remains robust, with India abstaining from condemning Russia at the UN and continuing to rely on Russian military equipment and oil imports. While India's partnership with the US has strengthened, particularly in defense and technology, Modi's upcoming visit to Moscow highlights the complex diplomatic balancing act India maintains between Russia and the US, amidst concerns over China's regional assertiveness. The visit comes at a time when global dynamics are shifting, with India being a member of both the Quad security grouping and Moscow-friendly organizations like the SCO and BRICS bloc.