<p>Russia has accused the United States of meddling in the domestic affairs of India. Russian foreign ministry accused the White House of complicating the 2024 Lok Sabha polls and described the interference as a "colonial period mentality".&nbsp;</p>

<p>Moscow stated that Washington has not yet provided any reliable evidence of the baseless claims of involvement of Indian citizens in the murder plot of a Khalistani terrorist in that country.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The foreign ministry responded to a question regarding a recent report by the Washington Post, which claimed that an Indian intelligence officer hired a hit team to kill Khalistani terrorist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>India has already issued a strong-worded response and denied the report, stating that the report made "unwarranted and unsubstantiated" imputations on a serious matter and that an investigation into the case was underway.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova said, "According to the information we have, Washington has not yet provided any reliable evidence of the involvement of Indian citizens in the preparation of the murder of a certain G.S. Pannun. Speculation on this topic in the absence of evidence is unacceptable."&nbsp;</p>

<p>Last year in November, US federal prosecutors charged an Indian national with collaborating with an Indian government official in the failed conspiracy to assassinate Pannun, who was designated as a terrorist by India under the anti-terror law Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act. &nbsp;</p>

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<p>Zakharova further added that the US lacks an understanding of India's national mentality and history. She slammed the report for making "unfounded accusations" about religious freedoms in India.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Regular unfounded accusations by the United States against New Delhi... we see that they groundlessly accuse not only India but also many other states... of violating religious freedoms are a reflection of the United States' misunderstanding of the national mentality, the historical context of the development of the Indian state and disrespect for India as a state," she said.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Russia marks World War II Victory Day with military parade in Moscow</strong></p>

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<h2><strong>'Complicating the general parliamentary elections'&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>As quoted by RT news, she said, "The reason is that they try to unbalance the internal political situation in India in order to complicate the general parliamentary elections. That is part of meddling in India’s internal affairs."&nbsp;</p>

<p>She added, "The Washington Post, it seems to me, should use the term "repressive regime" and everything you quoted in relation to Washington. It is difficult to imagine a more repressive regime than Washington, both in domestic and international affairs."&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;</em></p>


Russia has accused the United States of meddling in the domestic affairs of India. Russian foreign ministry accused the White House of complicating the 2024 Lok Sabha polls and described the interference as a "colonial period mentality".

Russia has accused the United States of meddling in the domestic affairs of India. Russian foreign ministry accused the White House of complicating the 2024 Lok Sabha polls and described the interference as a "colonial period mentality". Moscow stated that Washington has not yet provided any reliable evidence of the baseless claims of involvement of Indian citizens in the murder plot of a Khalistani terrorist in that country. The foreign ministry responded to a question regarding a recent report by the Washington Post, which claimed that an Indian intelligence officer hired a hit team to kill Khalistani terrorist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun. Also read: Gaza war: Hamas and Israel teams leave Egypt amid 'ongoing' mediation efforts India has already issued a strong-worded response and denied the report, stating that the report made "unwarranted and unsubstantiated" imputations on a serious matter and that an investigation into the case was underway. The ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova said, "According to the information we have, Washington has not yet provided any reliable evidence of the involvement of Indian citizens in the preparation of the murder of a certain G.S. Pannun. Speculation on this topic in the absence of evidence is unacceptable." Last year in November, US federal prosecutors charged an Indian national with collaborating with an Indian government official in the failed conspiracy to assassinate Pannun, who was designated as a terrorist by India under the anti-terror law Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act. Also read: Another Indian student goes missing in US; family alleges Chicago police 'not responding properly' Zakharova further added that the US lacks an understanding of India's national mentality and history. She slammed the report for making "unfounded accusations" about religious freedoms in India. "Regular unfounded accusations by the United States against New Delhi... we see that they groundlessly accuse not only India but also many other states... of violating religious freedoms are a reflection of the United States' misunderstanding of the national mentality, the historical context of the development of the Indian state and disrespect for India as a state," she said. Watch: Russia marks World War II Victory Day with military parade in Moscow × 'Complicating the general parliamentary elections' As quoted by RT news, she said, "The reason is that they try to unbalance the internal political situation in India in order to complicate the general parliamentary elections. That is part of meddling in India’s internal affairs." She added, "The Washington Post, it seems to me, should use the term "repressive regime" and everything you quoted in relation to Washington. It is difficult to imagine a more repressive regime than Washington, both in domestic and international affairs." (With inputs from agencies)

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<p>Russia World War II&nbsp;Victory Day parade: A grand military parade in Moscow marked the 79th anniversary of Soviet Russia's victory over Nazi Germany which became an inflexion point to finally result in the end of the second world war in 1945. The military parade is coinciding with Russian President Vladimir Putin's inauguration for a fifth term in the Kremlin's corridors of power.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Russia World War-2 Victory Day Parade: Top Developments</strong></h2>

<p>- Thousands of Russian soldiers are marching on Moscow's Red Square on May 9,&nbsp;one of the most revered holidays in the country.</p>

<p>- The iconic T-34, the major workhorse of the Red Army throughout the Second World War, led the column.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>- Iskander-M ballistic missiles, S-400 air defence systems, and Yars intercontinental ballistic missiles also featured in the grand parade.&nbsp;</p>

<p>- An unusual May snowfall in the Russian capital is marking the anniversary of the Second World War. But due to this, an airshow could be cancelled at the last minute.</p>

<p>- Vladimir Putin delivered a seven-minute-long Victory Day speech</p>

<h2><strong>Vladimir Putin delivers Victory Day speech</strong></h2>

<p>Vladimir Putin said Russia will not tolerate any threats and its strategic nuclear forces are always on alert.</p>

<p>"Russia will do everything to prevent a global clash, but at the same time, we will not allow anyone to threaten us. Our strategic forces are always on alert," Putin said.</p>

<p>Speaking from the Red Square before thousands of soldiers dressed in ceremonial attire, Putin accused "Western elites" of forging conflicts around the world.</p>

<p><strong>Also watch |&nbsp;Russia Victory Day Parade 2024: Russia marks WW2 Victory Day with military parade in Moscow</strong></p>

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<p>"Russia will do everything to prevent a global clash, but at the same time we will not allow anyone to threaten us. Our strategic forces are always on alert," Putin said, addressing the Victory Day parade.</p>

<p>"Dear friends, Russia is now going through a difficult, crucial period. The fate of the Motherland, its future depends on each of us," he said.</p>

<p>The Russian president has repeatedly asserted the ongoing war in Ukraine as an existential battle against "Nazism".</p>

<p>Last year, Russia revoked its ratification of the Comprehensive Nuclear Test Ban Treaty and pulled out of an arms reduction agreement with the United States.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Russia World War II Victory Day parade: A grand military parade in Moscow marked the 79th anniversary of Soviet Russia's victory over Nazi Germany which became an inflexion point to finally result in the end of the second world war in 1945.

Russia World War II Victory Day parade: A grand military parade in Moscow marked the 79th anniversary of Soviet Russia's victory over Nazi Germany which became an inflexion point to finally result in the end of the second world war in 1945. The military parade is coinciding with Russian President Vladimir Putin's inauguration for a fifth term in the Kremlin's corridors of power. Russia World War-2 Victory Day Parade: Top Developments - Thousands of Russian soldiers are marching on Moscow's Red Square on May 9, one of the most revered holidays in the country. - The iconic T-34, the major workhorse of the Red Army throughout the Second World War, led the column. Also read | Vladimir Putin: From Soviet fight-picking child to Russia's reigning president - Iskander-M ballistic missiles, S-400 air defence systems, and Yars intercontinental ballistic missiles also featured in the grand parade. - An unusual May snowfall in the Russian capital is marking the anniversary of the Second World War. But due to this, an airshow could be cancelled at the last minute. - Vladimir Putin delivered a seven-minute-long Victory Day speech Vladimir Putin delivers Victory Day speech Vladimir Putin said Russia will not tolerate any threats and its strategic nuclear forces are always on alert. "Russia will do everything to prevent a global clash, but at the same time, we will not allow anyone to threaten us. Our strategic forces are always on alert," Putin said. Speaking from the Red Square before thousands of soldiers dressed in ceremonial attire, Putin accused "Western elites" of forging conflicts around the world. Also watch | Russia Victory Day Parade 2024: Russia marks WW2 Victory Day with military parade in Moscow × "Russia will do everything to prevent a global clash, but at the same time we will not allow anyone to threaten us. Our strategic forces are always on alert," Putin said, addressing the Victory Day parade. "Dear friends, Russia is now going through a difficult, crucial period. The fate of the Motherland, its future depends on each of us," he said. The Russian president has repeatedly asserted the ongoing war in Ukraine as an existential battle against "Nazism". Last year, Russia revoked its ratification of the Comprehensive Nuclear Test Ban Treaty and pulled out of an arms reduction agreement with the United States. (With inputs from agencies)

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