Putin and Modhi to discuss Russa-India trade and defence ties

The visit comes as the US pushes for a peace deal in Ukraine – testing India’s move to balance relations with Moscow and Washington (Sputnik, Kremlin Pool Photo via AP)

Russian president Vladimir Putin is set to hold talks with Indian prime minister Narendra Modi at an annual summit aimed at strengthening bilateral ties on the second day of his state visit.

The 23rd Russia-India Summit comes at a pivotal moment, as the United States pushes for a Ukraine peace deal while seeking global cooperation.