In viral video, Russia’s Putin is ‘surprised’ by Modi; praises Indian PM saying ‘can’t imagine him get intimidated, threatened….’

Russian president Vladimir Putin, in a viral video, has praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his tough stance on protecting the national interests of the Indian people.

“To be honest, sometimes I am surprised by his tough stance on protecting the national interests of the Indian people,” he said.

Putin also spoke about Russia and India ties.

“Relations between Russia and India are continuously developing in all directions and the main guarantee of this is the policy of Prime Minister Modi. I cannot imagine that Modi can be intimidated, threatened or forced to take any action or decision against the national interest of India and the Indian people. I know there is such pressure on them. Well, we never even talked to him about this. I am just observing what is happening from outside. And to be honest, sometimes I am surprised by his tough stance on protecting the national interests of the Indian people.”