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India is being caught in the crossfire of U.S.-Russia tensions, says Ashok Malik, India head of The Asia Group. His comments follow a top U.S. official’s allegation that India is funding Russia’s war in Ukraine through continued oil purchases from Moscow. Malik argues that India’s ties with Russia are rooted in decades of strategic cooperation and cannot be undone due to regional and security realities. The remark underscores the diplomatic pressure India faces while trying to maintain a balanced foreign policy. Watch