Doval urges tougher anti-terror actionDoval urges tougher anti-terror action during Russia visit
India’s National Security Adviser Ajit Doval spoke at an international security forum in Russia on Thursday and called for decisive action against terrorism, saying there can be no double standards.
His visit also underscored ongoing efforts to deepen India-Russia strategic ties through defense and security cooperation. The talks matter because they show how New Delhi is balancing counterterrorism messaging with a wider partnership with Moscow at a time of shifting global alignments.
Indian Perspective
Indian officials presented the Moscow visit as part of a broader push to keep strategic channels with Russia active while pressing for firmer international action against terrorism. Doval’s remarks framed the issue as one that should be treated consistently across regions and conflicts.
Russian Perspective
Russian hosts used the forum to highlight security dialogue and partnership with India. The visit fit Moscow’s interest in showing it still has important defense and diplomatic relationships beyond its immediate war in Ukraine.
- India has historically bought a large share of its major military equipment from Russia.
- BrahMos is named after the Brahmaputra and Moskva rivers.
- AK-203 rifles are part of India’s effort to modernize infantry weapons with domestic production.
