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US Secretary of State Marco Rubio dismissed talk of an India-Iran trade deal after Modi-Pezeshkian’s SCO meeting and warned that any country helping Iran evade sanctions or generate revenue could face penalties, as Washington reiterates its goal of blocking Tehran’s nuclear ambitions through economic pressure and the potential for military action if needed.
At the SCO Summit in Bishkek, India’s Narendra Modi, Russia’s Vladimir Putin, and China’s Xi Jinping were captured sharing a brief, smiling moment during the official family photo, a display seen as signaling camaraderie and strategic alignment among the three powers. Modi and Putin held a bilateral meeting earlier in the day, while Xi did not have a scheduled one-on-one with either leader during the event.
At the 26th SCO Summit in Bishkek, PM Modi urged member states to counter terrorism with a unified, no-double-standards approach, calling for dismantling the ecosystem of terrorist financing, recruitment and safe havens, and insisting conflicts in West Asia be resolved through dialogue rather than on the battlefield; the Bishkek Declaration also stressed diplomacy in the Middle East and a coordinated stance on Iran and regional security.
At the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit in Bishkek, Narendra Modi pressed Vladimir Putin to end Russia's war in Ukraine 'for humanity’s sake,' calling for a peaceful settlement as he highlighted growing India-Russia ties; Putin looked tense but signaled progress, while India's oil purchases continue to fund Moscow amid Western sanctions.
At the SCO summit in Bishkek, Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian offered to mirror any U.S. move to return to the June‑deal aimed at ending the war and thanked Russia’s Vladimir Putin for Moscow’s support, signaling a strategic partnership despite broad sanctions. Putin praised Iran’s courage and said Moscow would help sustain economic momentum, as both powers bolster ties while the U.S. keeps up pressure and leaders discuss a multipolar international order alongside Xi Jinping and others.
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said Iran would immediately revert to the June ceasefire framework if the United States honors its commitments, a message delivered at the SCO summit as fighting with the U.S. resumes; the original deal linked a ceasefire with steps like clearing the Strait of Hormuz and sanctions relief, but the agreement collapsed, while hardliners in the IRGC press for tougher concessions; Tehran says it does not seek war, though Washington's strike on Iranian launchers on Larak Island has heightened tensions.
Xi Jinping plans rare state visits to Egypt and likely India before a September trip to the U.S., signaling Beijing’s push to broaden its international role through SCO/BRICS and to shape interpretations of U.S.-China ties amid trade tensions, Russia concerns, and AI governance.
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to China for the SCO summit marks a significant shift towards a more active and balanced foreign policy, moving beyond border disputes to focus on trade, investment, and global multipolarity, signaling a new era of engagement between the two nations.
The 2025 SCO summit in Tianjin highlighted China's efforts to reshape global security and economic order, featuring improved India-China relations, a focus on AI collaboration, and the creation of a new development bank, signaling a challenge to U.S. influence amid geopolitical tensions.
California Governor Gavin Newsom mocked Donald Trump by sharing a video of Modi, Putin, and Xi Jinping at the SCO Summit, highlighting their camaraderie while referencing Trump's recent hint to deploy National Guard to Chicago, drawing political criticism.
Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin showcased their close alliance at the SCO Summit, where Xi criticized US 'bullying practices' and promoted China's vision of a multipolar world and reform of global governance, positioning China and Russia as alternatives to Western-led systems amid ongoing tensions over Ukraine and global influence.
At the SCO summit, China's Xi Jinping condemned 'bullying behavior' in global politics, while Putin defended Russia's invasion of Ukraine, and leaders like Modi and Erdogan discussed regional and economic issues amidst ongoing tensions and US pressures. The summit emphasized regional stability, cooperation, and opposition to Cold War mentalities.
Vladimir Putin expressed optimism that the recent Alaska meeting with Donald Trump could lead to peace in Ukraine, highlighting ongoing efforts and strategic partnerships, despite stalled negotiations and entrenched positions between Russia and Ukraine.
The 25th SCO Summit in Tianjin highlighted the Russia-India-China troika, with leaders discussing regional stability, cooperation, and counter-terrorism, emphasizing strengthened India-China relations and the organization's expanding global influence.
At the SCO summit in Tianjin, Xi Jinping positioned China as a challenger to US-led global order, emphasizing multilateralism, opposing US 'hegemonism,' and strengthening ties with Russia, with Putin echoing calls for a new Eurasian security system. The summit showcased China's diplomatic push for a multipolar world and closer China-Russia relations amid ongoing tensions over Ukraine and US policies.