Vladimir Putin To India Today: 'India's Economy In Purchasing Power Ranks Third', Questions G7 Relevance

Russian President Vladimir Putin, in an exclusive interview with India Today, dismisses the possibility of rejoining the G8, stating, "I basically stopped going to these meetings back in the past." He questions the group's relevance, highlighting that "India's economy in purchasing power ranks third" while pointing out economic struggles in the West. Putin notes, "Let's have a look at the recession in Germany... It's very much there for the third year in a row." He also mentions discussing the G8 with American counterpart "Mr. Witkoff," clarifying that "no proposal came" but the topic was broached. Putin reaffirms Russia's focus on BRICS, SCO, and the G20.