India and Russia reaffirmed their strategic partnership, with Defence Minister Rajnath Singh emphasizing their strong bond during a meeting with President Putin. Discussions focused on expediting S-400 deliveries, enhancing Sukhoi-30MKI maintenance, and expanding joint production of AK-203 rifles. While Russia remains India’s primary arms supplier, India is diversifying its procurement.

The BBC has verified videos showing blasts in the Syrian port of Latakia, as Israel conducts strikes across Syria. 

​The BBC has verified videos showing blasts in the Syrian port of Latakia, as Israel conducts strikes across Syria.  

The move means Russia is being forced to “bear the costs of its illegal war”, the US Treasury said. 

​The move means Russia is being forced to “bear the costs of its illegal war”, the US Treasury said.