Russian FM Lavrov champions "privileged" India ties in defence and space, blames "western interference" for global instability
May 15, 2026
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov met PM Modi and S Jaishankar in Delhi to bolster "detailed discussions" on defence, space, and energy. Lavrov slammed "Western interference" in global "flashpoints" while praising India's "international standing." PM Modi reiterated India's commitment to the "peaceful resolution of conflicts" regarding Ukraine and West Asia.