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Trump Claims India Reduced Russian Oil Trade at His Request

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News18•21-02-2026, 02:30

Trump Claims India Reduced Russian Oil Trade at His Request

•Donald Trump stated India significantly cut its oil trade with Russia following his request.
•Trump cited his "fantastic relationship" with India and PM Modi, linking the request to ending a "horrible war."
•The US had imposed 25% additional tariffs on India's discounted Russian oil, later reduced to 18% after an interim trade agreement.
•The US claimed India committed to stop importing Russian oil and purchase US energy products.
•External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar affirmed India's commitment to strategic autonomy and commercial considerations in energy procurement.

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