At a Shanghai Cooperation Organization summit, leaders from India, China, and Russia displayed a united front, potentially undermining Washington's influence. This convergence, highlighted by warm interactions and strategic agreements, signals a shift in global power dynamics. Putin's strategic positioning aims to strengthen ties with both Beijing and New Delhi, challenging the US's Cold War strategy.
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