Following a diplomatic spat over oil, Russia has detailed a new defense pitch for India focused on “force multipliers.” Ambassador Denis Alipov confirmed discussions are “underway on drones, anti-drone systems, advanced radar, and other force multipliers.”
This high-tech offer is part of a broader push to solidify the 60-year defense relationship, which Alipov termed the “backbone” of India’s military. It comes after Donald Trump claimed India would stop buying Russian oil, a claim the US backed with punitive tariffs.
Russia’s response has been to showcase its value. Alipov defended the oil trade as “beneficial” for India’s economy, while India’s MEA cited “national interest” in its energy choices.
The defense pitch is the main counter-offensive. Alipov reminded Delhi that 70% of its military hardware is Russian-made and pointed to the success of joint ventures like BrahMos and Su-30 MKI.
The new offer, which also includes the Su-57 fighter jet, is designed to prove that Russia remains India’s most reliable source for the advanced technology needed for future conflicts.
After Oil Row, Russia Details “Force Multipliers” in New India Defense Pitch
