New Delhi, Dec. 5 -- Russian President Vladimir Putin has praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership and how India takes pride in his leadership.

Praising his resolute outlook, the Russian President further added that the Indian PM does not succumb to pressure from any country, including the US.

Russian President Vladimir Putin was speaking to Aaj Tak and India Today at the Kremlin and called India a major global player.

"Prime Minister Modi is not someone who succumbs to pressure easily. The Indian people can certainly take pride in their leader. This is absolutely obvious. His stance is unwavering and straightforward, without being confrontational. Our goal is not to provoke conflict; rather, we aim to protect our lawful right...