India-Russia relations

New Delhi will be among the few capitals to host the Russian president since the ICC issued an arrest warrant for him.

Despite a Western consensus on engaging New Delhi, the reality is there is a growing trans-Atlantic split on India.

At least 12 Indian men have died fighting for the Russian army in Ukraine. In interviews, Indians share their stories of recruitment, fighting, and – in some cases – a lucky escape back home.

Constraining India’s foreign policy choices will be seen as disregard for its sovereignty and provoke ire.

The past month has seen definite progress in New Delhi’s relations with Moscow. That trend is set to continue into 2025, with the Russian leader's first post-COVID visit to India.

Donald Trump and Kamala Harris differ considerably on foreign policy, but neither is likely to lead a significant enhancement of the India-U.S. strategic relationship.

Thus far, India’s strategy appears to be a reactionary stance focused more on countering China than on responding to the specific dynamics of the Arctic region.

Indian policymakers have aimed to take advantage of the significant strategic and economic opportunities arising from the rivalries and competition between the U.S. and China, as well as the U.S. and Russia.

India’s growing relationship with Russia impacts China, but Russia gains more than India does.

After a two-year hiatus, the India-Russia annual summit convened with renewed vigor.

India has avoided condemning Russia while emphasizing the need for a peaceful settlement to the conflict. 

India does not lack potential, but on both the geopolitical and geoeconomic fronts it has yet to seize the moment.