The relations of India with Russia only out of necessity : The US

Washington (US) – “In the case of India, there is a relationship that goes back decades. And Russia, for India, was out of necessity a partner of choice when we were not in a position to be a partner”, said Blinken while responding to a question by Senator William Hagerty on the India-US relationship during the hearing.

He further said that the partnership between India and US will prove to be important for supporting the journey ahead.