LIVE: Putin Offers More Oil and Support to India Amid US Trade Pressure | Vantage on Firstpost

Russian President Vladimir Putin has made a strategic overture to India amid rising trade tensions with the United States. Speaking at the Valdai Forum, Putin pledged to help offset India’s losses from U.S. tariffs by increasing Russian crude exports and expanding imports of Indian goods, including pharmaceuticals and agricultural products. His comments come as President Trump ramps up economic pressure on New Delhi, targeting Indian exports and H1-B visas while demanding a cut in Russian oil purchases. Putin rejected this pressure, calling it “humiliation” and praised India’s sovereign decision-making and Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership. The outreach signals Moscow’s intent to deepen ties with India, offering energy as both a commodity and a diplomatic buffer. With a planned visit to India in December, Putin is laying the groundwork for closer cooperation in an increasingly polarised global landscape. --- Vladimir Putin | Russia | India Russia Ties | Putin on India Ties | Putin PM Modi Relations | Firstpost | World News | News Live | Vantage | Palki Sharma | News #vladimirputin #russia #indiarussiaties #putinonindiaties #Putinpmmodirelations #firstpost #vantageonfirstpost #palkisharma #worldnews Vantage is a ground-breaking news, opinions, and current affairs show from Firstpost. Catering to a global audience, Vantage covers the biggest news stories from a 360-degree perspective, giving viewers a chance to assess the impact of world events through a uniquely Indian lens. The show is anchored by Palki Sharma, Managing Editor, Firstpost. By breaking stereotypes, Vantage aims to challenge conventional wisdom and present an alternative view on global affairs, defying the norm and opening the door to new perspectives. The show goes beyond the headlines to uncover the hidden stories – making Vantage a destination for thought-provoking ideas. Vantage airs Monday to Friday at 9 PM IST on Firstpost across all leading platforms. Subscribe to Firstpost channel and press the bell icon to get notified when we go live. https://www.youtube.com/@Firstpost Follow Firstpost on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/firstpost/ Follow Firstpost on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/firstpostin/ Follow Firstpost on X: https://twitter.com/firstpost Follow Firstpost on WhatsApp: https://www.whatsapp.com/channel/0029Va6zOIrEQIamseyg762V