Russian President Vladimir Putin has said Moscow will not intervene in matters between India and China, calling both countries "our closest friends" and stressing that resolving tensions rests with the leadership in New Delhi and Beijing.

Putin commented during an exclusive conversation with India Today , where he was asked directly how Russia balances its ties with two major Asian powers -- India and China -- that continue to clash over border-related issues.

The Russian President said Russia values its partnerships with both nations, but made clear that disagreements between India and China fall strictly within the bilateral domain.

Putin was asked how Russia balances its relations with two powers that remain locked in periodic military and geopolitical tension. He replied by str

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