Putin Promises Nuclear Fuel for Kudankulam Plant Despite Trump's Threats

• Russian President Vladimir Putin pledged to supply India with fuel for its nuclear power plants, including Kudankulam.
• Putin's commitment comes amid US President Donald Trump's objections to India's purchase of Russian fuel.
• Russia will provide nuclear fuel for the Kudankulam plant, India's largest, where two reactors are operational and four are under construction with Russian assistance.
• An agreement signed in 2024 ensures Russia will supply fuel for the third and fourth VVER-1000 reactors at Kudankulam.
• India reiterated its right to make independent decisions on fuel purchases and expressed support for peace in the Ukraine-Russia conflict.

Why It Matters: Russia's nuclear fuel supply to India defies US pressure, boosting India's energy security.