Days after US President Donald Trump said that he would always be friends with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, his trade advisor, Peter Navarro, has again slammed India for purchasing oil from Russia. Navarro launched a war of words against India in the escalation of Trump's trade war and called New Delhi ‘laundromat of the Kremlin.’ He even called the Russia-Ukraine war ‘Modi’s war' and justified Trump's tariffs on India, saying that it would put pressure on Moscow. While tech giant Elon Musk's X also corrected him for his fake claims, he slammed the platform, wrongly stating that it works for ‘India’s special interests.' His tirade even prompted Musk to clarify that “people decide the narrative” on X and community notes ought to correct everyone, without any exceptions. However, despite all this, Navarro seems to have taken a vow not to stop. In a new post on X on Monday (Aug 8), he criticised India's purchase of Russian oil, claiming that the country did not buy it in large quantities before Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, adding to his claims that India is funding the war. He referred to the revenues as “blood money” and accused India of profiting while lives were being lost. He also used coarse language to dismiss X fact fact-checking and community notes.&nbsp;Read More |<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-peter-navarro-lashes-out-at-india-again-melts-down-after-netizens-fact-check-his-russian-oil-claim-live-musk-1757207674239"> Trump aide Navarro lashes out at India again! Targets Musk in a public meltdown after netizens fact-check his Russian oil claims</a>&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">More bullshit from X. Fact: India didn&#39;t buy Russian oil in large quantities before Russia invaded Ukraine. It&#39;s blood money and people are dying. Stick that up your keister Mother Jones and shame on you. <a href="https://t.co/XiMZYZdFGo">https://t.co/XiMZYZdFGo</a>&mdash; Peter Navarro (@RealPNavarro) <a href="https://twitter.com/RealPNavarro/status/1965037398766792982?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 8, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Earlier in an anti-India post, Navarro accused New Delhi of "profiteering" from the Russian oil imports but got fact-checked on X, with his claims being called "hypocritical." He then slammed the platform and accused it of working in favour of India. Musk jumped into the saga and explained in a post that community notes "corrects everyone without exception". However, he did not take any names. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/from-nazi-salute-to-criticism-of-big-beautiful-bill-elon-musk-and-his-key-moments-at-donald-trump-s-white-house-1748543287726">It must be remembered that Navarro and Musk had different viewpoints </a>and often used sharp words criticising each other while the Tesla CEO served at the white House. Musk once called Navarro "dumber than a sack of bricks." White House spokeswoman Karoline Leavitt had then tried to play down the public feud, saying that “boys will be boys.”&nbsp;Read More | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-s-trade-adviser-calls-india-kremlin-laundromat-targets-brahmins-in-shocking-remark-brahmins-profiteering-at-the-expense-of-1756695443300">Peter Navarro calls India ‘Kremlin laundromat’, targets Brahmins in shocking remark: 'Brahmins profiteering at the expense of...'</a><h2>Navarro's anti-India tirade</h2>Navarro's anti-India stance began when he penned an opinion piece for the Financial Times and termed India’s oil trade with Russia “opportunistic” and “corrosive” to global efforts being made to isolate the Russian economy amid war with Ukraine. IN several interviews after this, he claimed that New Delhi was profiteering from its energy trade with Moscow and that India was buying Russian crude "purely to profit/revenues feed Russian war machine". He also said that India is becoming a "laundromat for the Kremlin." As Indian PM Narendra Modi met Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian Premier Vladimir Putin in Beijing, he quipped, "It was a shame to see Modi getting in bed - as a leader of the biggest democracy in the world - with the two biggest authoritarians in the world in Putin and Xi Jinping. That doesn’t make any sense. I'm not sure what he's thinking, particularly since India has been in a cold war - and sometimes a hot war - with China for decades."&nbsp;

Trump’s trade advisor, Peter Navarro, slammed India’s purchase of Russian oil, calling it “blood money” and blaming it for fueling Russia’s war in Ukraine. He claimed India didn’t import large amounts of Russian oil before the conflict and accused Delhi of profiting while lives are lost.

Days after US President Donald Trump said that he would always be friends with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, his trade advisor, Peter Navarro, has again slammed India for purchasing oil from Russia. Navarro launched a war of words against India in the escalation of Trump's trade war and called New Delhi ‘laundromat of the Kremlin.’ He even called the Russia-Ukraine war ‘Modi’s war' and justified Trump's tariffs on India, saying that it would put pressure on Moscow. While tech giant Elon Musk's X also corrected him for his fake claims, he slammed the platform, wrongly stating that it works for ‘India’s special interests.' His tirade even prompted Musk to clarify that “people decide the narrative” on X and community notes ought to correct everyone, without any exceptions. However, despite all this, Navarro seems to have taken a vow not to stop. In a new post on X on Monday (Aug 8), he criticised India's purchase of Russian oil, claiming that the country did not buy it in large quantities before Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, adding to his claims that India is funding the war. He referred to the revenues as “blood money” and accused India of profiting while lives were being lost. He also used coarse language to dismiss X fact fact-checking and community notes. Read More | Trump aide Navarro lashes out at India again! Targets Musk in a public meltdown after netizens fact-check his Russian oil claims

Trump’s trade advisor, Peter Navarro, slammed India’s purchase of Russian oil, calling it “blood money” and blaming it for fueling Russia’s war in Ukraine. He claimed India didn’t import large amounts of Russian oil before the conflict and accused Delhi of profiting while lives are lost.

'More bulls**t from...': Trump aide Peter Navarro's anti-India tirade continues even as X fact checks him - Here's what he said now

As US President Donald Trump has imposed massive tariffs on India, citing concerns over New Delhi buying Russian oil, it has brought Russia and China closer to India. On Tuesday, the Kremlin supported India and slammed Trump for raising tariffs, calling it "illegal". Meanwhile, China on Thursday expressed support for India against the 50 per cent tariffs, saying "India's sovereignty is non-negotiable."&nbsp;After years of inactivity, Russia renewed its push to revive the Russia-India-China (RIC) mechanism, with China also supporting the idea. This comes amid all three nations face some kind of push from Trump, be it on tariffs or to reach a peace deal with Ukraine.&nbsp;In an escalation in the trade tensions between the United States and India, US President Donald Trump on Wednesday (Aug 6) signed an executive order imposing an additional 25 per cent tariff on Indian imports into the US, making the total tariffs imposed on India 50 per cent.<h2>How did Russia react?</h2>The Kremlin on Tuesday slammed US President Donald Trump's threats to raise tariffs on India for buying Russian oil. Calling it "illegal", Kremlin Spokesperson Dmitry Peskov said that it was unacceptable to force countries to stop trading with Russia.&nbsp;Peskov further stressed that sovereign nations can choose their trading partners.“Sovereign countries have the right to choose their own trading partners,” spokesperson Dmitry Peskov told reporters.&nbsp;Moreover, Russian President Putin is expected to visit India, India's National Security Advisor Ajit Doval said during his Moscow visit. The NSA did not reveal the dates yet, but said that the dates of the meeting are being finalised.&nbsp;India's NSA Ajit Doval is currently in Russia and is holding talks, mainly on expanding defence ties between the two countries. "We have had high-level engagements and they have contributed substantially. We are excited and delighted to learn about the visit of his excellency President Putin to India," Doval said.&nbsp;He further said that the dates are finalised, adding, "The most important part is, these summit meetings have almost always been watershed points."&nbsp;Meanwhile, Russian Security Council Secretary Sergei Shoigu said that Russia is committed to deeper cooperation with India to build a fair world order.<h2>How did China react?</h2>China on Thursday (August 7) expressed its support for India against Trump's 50 per cent tariff. The Chinese embassy took to X and stressed, "India's sovereignty is non-negotiable and its foreign policy choices cannot be manipulated by other countries, no matter how significant their own ties with India are."&nbsp;The Spokesperson of the Chinese Embassy in India also attached an illustration showing an elephant, representing India, and a baseball bat, representing the US tariff.&nbsp;In another post, the spokesperson said that the Western media was trying to set a narrative of "who will replace whom", having India and China at the centre of the whole tariff chaos.&nbsp;Moreover, India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to visit China later this month to attend the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit. He is also expected to meet Chinese President Xi Jinping.<h2>The RIC revival</h2>The Russia-India-China framework was first proposed in the late 1990s by former Russian President Yevgeny Primakov. This was done with the sole aim that three large Eurasian powers with major regional influence could work together to shape a multipolar world order.&nbsp;But later, it fell in 2020 following the Galwan Valley incident, which deteriorated India-China relations.Now, it might be revived in the light of Trump's trade war and continuous threats to India, China, and Russia, over tariffs and the Ukraine war.&nbsp;

After years of inactivity, Russia renewed its push to revive the Russia-India-China (RIC) mechanism, with China also supporting the idea. This comes amid all three nations face some kind of push from Trump, be it on tariffs or to reach a peace deal with Ukraine.

As US President Donald Trump has imposed massive tariffs on India, citing concerns over New Delhi buying Russian oil, it has brought Russia and China closer to India. On Tuesday, the Kremlin supported India and slammed Trump for raising tariffs, calling it "illegal". Meanwhile, China on Thursday expressed support for India against the 50 per cent tariffs, saying "India's sovereignty is non-negotiable." After years of inactivity, Russia renewed its push to revive the Russia-India-China (RIC) mechanism, with China also supporting the idea. This comes amid all three nations face some kind of push from Trump, be it on tariffs or to reach a peace deal with Ukraine. In an escalation in the trade tensions between the United States and India, US President Donald Trump on Wednesday (Aug 6) signed an executive order imposing an additional 25 per cent tariff on Indian imports into the US, making the total tariffs imposed on India 50 per cent. How did Russia react? The Kremlin on Tuesday slammed US President Donald Trump's threats to raise tariffs on India for buying Russian oil. Calling it "illegal", Kremlin Spokesperson Dmitry Peskov said that it was unacceptable to force countries to stop trading with Russia. Peskov further stressed that sovereign nations can choose their trading partners. “Sovereign countries have the right to choose their own trading partners,” spokesperson Dmitry Peskov told reporters. Moreover, Russian President Putin is expected to visit India, India's National Security Advisor Ajit Doval said during his Moscow visit. The NSA did not reveal the dates yet, but said that the dates of the meeting are being finalised. India's NSA Ajit Doval is currently in Russia and is holding talks, mainly on expanding defence ties between the two countries. "We have had high-level engagements and they have contributed substantially. We are excited and delighted to learn about the visit of his excellency President Putin to India," Doval said. He further said that the dates are finalised, adding, "The most important part is, these summit meetings have almost always been watershed points." Meanwhile, Russian Security Council Secretary Sergei Shoigu said that Russia is committed to deeper cooperation with India to build a fair world order. How did China react? China on Thursday (August 7) expressed its support for India against Trump's 50 per cent tariff. The Chinese embassy took to X and stressed, "India's sovereignty is non-negotiable and its foreign policy choices cannot be manipulated by other countries, no matter how significant their own ties with India are." The Spokesperson of the Chinese Embassy in India also attached an illustration showing an elephant, representing India, and a baseball bat, representing the US tariff. In another post, the spokesperson said that the Western media was trying to set a narrative of "who will replace whom", having India and China at the centre of the whole tariff chaos. Moreover, India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to visit China later this month to attend the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit. He is also expected to meet Chinese President Xi Jinping. The RIC revival The Russia-India-China framework was first proposed in the late 1990s by former Russian President Yevgeny Primakov. This was done with the sole aim that three large Eurasian powers with major regional influence could work together to shape a multipolar world order. But later, it fell in 2020 following the Galwan Valley incident, which deteriorated India-China relations. Now, it might be revived in the light of Trump's trade war and continuous threats to India, China, and Russia, over tariffs and the Ukraine war.

After years of inactivity, Russia renewed its push to revive the Russia-India-China (RIC) mechanism, with China also supporting the idea. This comes amid all three nations face some kind of push from Trump, be it on tariffs or to reach a peace deal with Ukraine.

Russia-India-China revival soon? How Trump's tariff is bringing back RIC amid trade war

Reacting to US President Donald Trump's additional tariffs&nbsp;against India,&nbsp;China, on Thursday, accused the United States of abusing "tariffs". "China's opposition to the abuse of tariffs is consistent and clear," said China's Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Guo Jiakun.&nbsp;The remark came hours after Donald Trump, at a White House press conference, said China, the largest buyer of Russian oil products, will face tariffs similar to India.&nbsp;"It may happen, I don't know, I can't tell you yet. We did it with India, and we are doing it probably with a couple of others -- one of them could be China," he said.&nbsp;In June 2025, China purchased 47 per cent of Russia's crude exports. With 38 per cent, India was in the second spot. Countries of the European Union imported 6 per cent&nbsp;of Russian oil, and Turkiye also imported 6 per cent&nbsp;of oil.&nbsp;Despite the purchase, only India was penalised by the Donald Trump administration, not Turkiye or China.&nbsp;The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), in a statement, said the US targeted only India despite several countries buying oil from Moscow.&nbsp;&nbsp;"It is therefore extremely unfortunate that the U.S. should choose to impose additional tariffs on India for actions that several other countries are also taking in their national interest. We reiterate that these actions are unfair, unjustified, and unreasonable. India will take all actions necessary to protect its national interests," the MEA said.&nbsp;This month, Donald Trump announced two separate tranches of 25 per cent tariffs on Indian imports to the US, citing national security concerns emanating from New Delhi buying oil from Russia.

Reacting to US President Donald Trump's additional tariffs against India, China, on Thursday, accused the United States of abusing "tariffs". 

Reacting to US President Donald Trump's additional tariffs against India, China, on Thursday, accused the United States of abusing "tariffs". "China's opposition to the abuse of tariffs is consistent and clear," said China's Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Guo Jiakun. The remark came hours after Donald Trump, at a White House press conference, said China, the largest buyer of Russian oil products, will face tariffs similar to India. "It may happen, I don't know, I can't tell you yet. We did it with India, and we are doing it probably with a couple of others -- one of them could be China," he said. In June 2025, China purchased 47 per cent of Russia's crude exports. With 38 per cent, India was in the second spot. Countries of the European Union imported 6 per cent of Russian oil, and Turkiye also imported 6 per cent of oil. Despite the purchase, only India was penalised by the Donald Trump administration, not Turkiye or China. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), in a statement, said the US targeted only India despite several countries buying oil from Moscow. "It is therefore extremely unfortunate that the U.S. should choose to impose additional tariffs on India for actions that several other countries are also taking in their national interest. We reiterate that these actions are unfair, unjustified, and unreasonable. India will take all actions necessary to protect its national interests," the MEA said. This month, Donald Trump announced two separate tranches of 25 per cent tariffs on Indian imports to the US, citing national security concerns emanating from New Delhi buying oil from Russia.

China is the largest buyer of Russian oil. However, despite this, the US didn't penalise Beijing. &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

'Abuse of tariffs...': China's Foreign Ministry slams US over India move

Russian President Vladimir Putin will visit India in later this month, Reuters reported citing Interfax news agency. While, India's NSA Ajit Doval, who is currently in Russia, announced Putin's visit, however, did not specify the exact dates. He said that the dates are being finalised. This comes amid the ongoing India-US tariff tirade.&nbsp;The tariff row intensified after US President Donald Trump imposed 50 per cent tariffs on India over the import of Russian oil.&nbsp;India's NSA Ajit Doval is currently in Russia and is holding talks, mainly on expanding defence ties between the two countries. India and Russia will also focus on boosting industrial ties amid the ongoing tariff threats by Trump.&nbsp;"We have got a very special and long relationship and we highly value our strategic partnership. We have had high level engagements and they have contributed substantially. We are excited and delighted to learn about the visit of his excellency President Putin to India," Doval said in Moscow.&nbsp;He further said that the dates are finalised, adding, "The most important part is, these summit meetings have almost always been watershed points."&nbsp;Meanwhile, Russian Security Council Secretary Sergei Shoigu said that Russia is committed to deeper cooperation with India to build a fair world order.&nbsp;"Regular Putin–Modi talks are the cornerstone of Russia–India trust," Shoigu said, adding, "Strengthening strategic partnership with India is priority for Russia."&nbsp;Moreover, Doval's visit will also focus on the purchase of additional S-400 missile defence systems and dialogue on Su-57 fighter jets.<h2>Trump targets India</h2>The US president has threatened India with sanctions if it purchases Russian oil, as it is somehow helping Russia in its war in Ukraine. Initially, Trump imposed 25 per cent tariffs on India, which he further increased to 50 per cent.&nbsp;Trump has further warned the purchasers of Russian oil with secondary tariffs unless Putin agrees to pause the war in Ukraine. "Could happen," Trump told reporters, after saying he expected to announce more secondary sanctions aimed at pressuring Russia to end its war in Ukraine. "It may happen ... I can't tell you yet," Trump said.&nbsp;While the 25 per cent rate is effective from August 7, 2025, the newly announced additional tariff will come into place 21 days from now. "The ad valorem duty imposed...shall be in addition to any other duties, fees, taxes, exactions, and charges applicable to such imports...," the order said.&nbsp;"I find that the Government of India is currently directly or indirectly importing Russian Federation oil. Accordingly, and as consistent with applicable law, articles of India imported into the customs territory of the United States shall be subject to an additional ad valorem rate of duty of 25 percent," it said.

India's NSA Ajit Doval is currently in Russia and is holding talks, mainly on expanding defence ties between the two countries. 

Russian President Vladimir Putin will visit India in later this month, Reuters reported citing Interfax news agency. While, India's NSA Ajit Doval, who is currently in Russia, announced Putin's visit, however, did not specify the exact dates. He said that the dates are being finalised. This comes amid the ongoing India-US tariff tirade. The tariff row intensified after US President Donald Trump imposed 50 per cent tariffs on India over the import of Russian oil. India's NSA Ajit Doval is currently in Russia and is holding talks, mainly on expanding defence ties between the two countries. India and Russia will also focus on boosting industrial ties amid the ongoing tariff threats by Trump. "We have got a very special and long relationship and we highly value our strategic partnership. We have had high level engagements and they have contributed substantially. We are excited and delighted to learn about the visit of his excellency President Putin to India," Doval said in Moscow. He further said that the dates are finalised, adding, "The most important part is, these summit meetings have almost always been watershed points." Meanwhile, Russian Security Council Secretary Sergei Shoigu said that Russia is committed to deeper cooperation with India to build a fair world order. "Regular Putin–Modi talks are the cornerstone of Russia–India trust," Shoigu said, adding, "Strengthening strategic partnership with India is priority for Russia." Moreover, Doval's visit will also focus on the purchase of additional S-400 missile defence systems and dialogue on Su-57 fighter jets. Trump targets India The US president has threatened India with sanctions if it purchases Russian oil, as it is somehow helping Russia in its war in Ukraine. Initially, Trump imposed 25 per cent tariffs on India, which he further increased to 50 per cent. Trump has further warned the purchasers of Russian oil with secondary tariffs unless Putin agrees to pause the war in Ukraine. "Could happen," Trump told reporters, after saying he expected to announce more secondary sanctions aimed at pressuring Russia to end its war in Ukraine. "It may happen ... I can't tell you yet," Trump said. While the 25 per cent rate is effective from August 7, 2025, the newly announced additional tariff will come into place 21 days from now. "The ad valorem duty imposed...shall be in addition to any other duties, fees, taxes, exactions, and charges applicable to such imports...," the order said. "I find that the Government of India is currently directly or indirectly importing Russian Federation oil. Accordingly, and as consistent with applicable law, articles of India imported into the customs territory of the United States shall be subject to an additional ad valorem rate of duty of 25 percent," it said.

India's NSA Ajit Doval is currently in Russia and is holding talks, mainly on expanding defence ties between the two countries.&nbsp;

Putin likely to visit India to hold talks amid Trump's tariff crusade over purchase of Russian oil

US President Donald Trump said on Thursday (Aug 7) that his tariff regime has begun, and money is now flowing into America. In a social media post, the US president said that countries that have taken advantage of the US for many years will now pay. He also slammed the US courts, saying that "only a radical left court" wants to see the country fall. Just before midnight, he had declared in a social media post that 'reciprocal tariffs take effect at midnight tonight'. On August 1, Trump issued an executive order late on Thursday (July 31) to increase and modify tariffs on its trading partners, citing an ongoing national emergency. This was in continuation of his ‘Liberation Day’ tariffs that he announced on April 2. He had paused the April 2 tariffs, giving countries a window of 90 days to sign a trade deal with America. The new tariff structure ranged from 10 per cent to 41 per cent, depending on the country and product type. He then announced additional tariffs on India for buying Russian oil and warned about doing the same with other nations.

<h2>Trump's additional 25 per cent tariff on India</h2>Trump signed an executive order on Wednesday (Aug 6) announcing that India will face an extra 25 per cent tariff over and above the 25 per cent rate announced last week. While the 25 per cent rate is effective from August 7, 2025, the newly announced additional tariff will come into place 21 days from now. "The ad valorem duty imposed...shall be in addition to any other duties, fees, taxes, exactions, and charges applicable to such imports...," the order said. "I find that the Government of India is currently directly or indirectly importing Russian Federation oil. Accordingly, and as consistent with applicable law, articles of India imported into the customs territory of the United States shall be subject to an additional ad valorem rate of duty of 25 percent," it said.&nbsp;The Ministry of External Affairs reacted to the additional import tariff and called it “unfair, unjustified and unreasonable”, adding that “India will take all actions necessary to protect its national interests”. "The United States has in recent days targeted India’s oil imports from Russia. We have already made clear our position on these issues, including the fact that our imports are based on market factors and done with the overall objective of ensuring the energy security of 1.4 billion people of India," said the MEA in its statement.

US President Trump announced the start of his tariff regime, claiming it brings money into the US. He criticised countries for exploiting the US and slammed a "radical left" court. He added that reciprocal tariffs would take effect at midnight.

US President Donald Trump said on Thursday (Aug 7) that his tariff regime has begun, and money is now flowing into America. In a social media post, the US president said that countries that have taken advantage of the US for many years will now pay. He also slammed the US courts, saying that "only a radical left court" wants to see the country fall. Just before midnight, he had declared in a social media post that 'reciprocal tariffs take effect at midnight tonight'. On August 1, Trump issued an executive order late on Thursday (July 31) to increase and modify tariffs on its trading partners, citing an ongoing national emergency. This was in continuation of his ‘Liberation Day’ tariffs that he announced on April 2. He had paused the April 2 tariffs, giving countries a window of 90 days to sign a trade deal with America. The new tariff structure ranged from 10 per cent to 41 per cent, depending on the country and product type. He then announced additional tariffs on India for buying Russian oil and warned about doing the same with other nations.

US President Trump announced the start of his tariff regime, claiming it brings money into the US. He criticised countries for exploiting the US and slammed a "radical left" court. He added that reciprocal tariffs would take effect at midnight.

'IT’S MIDNIGHT': Trump tariffs in effect NOW, US president points out only thing stopping America's 'greatness'

The chequered history of antagonistic stances during the decades-long USA-Soviet Union Cold War and subsequent détente, which brought Capitol Hill and Raisina Hill closer, shaped by geopolitical power balances between the world’s oldest and youngest democratic countries, is a tell-tale sign of the complexity and dynamics of their relationship. A high-voltage trade war between the United States and India could have far-reaching consequences—not just economically, but also diplomatically and strategically. At a time when the US is already deeply entrenched in a tech and trade cold war with China, the feasibility of sustaining another trade conflict, particularly with a strategic partner like India, appears both impractical and unwise. Such a conflict could overshadow the efforts of former US presidents like George W. Bush, Bill Clinton, Barack Obama, and Joe Biden, who extended an olive branch to Delhi to work together on common concerns regarding growing Islamic extremism, energy security, and climate change.&nbsp;The trade war between the United States and China, initiated under the Trump administration and continued with nuanced strategies by President Joe Biden, has disrupted global supply chains, increased tariffs, and led to decoupling in key sectors like semiconductors, AI, 5G, and pharmaceuticals. This rivalry is not just about economics but also technology supremacy, national security, and ideological competition between democratic and authoritarian models of governance.&nbsp;The US is now actively working to "de-risk" from China, which includes encouraging Chian Plus One strategy, manufacturing relocations, forming trade partnerships with democratic nations, and controlling Chinese access to cutting-edge technologies. In this strategic calculus, India has emerged as a natural partner—not only because of its shared democratic values, but also due to its economic potential, strategic location, and growing technological prowess.&nbsp;India, with a population of over 1.4 billion and a GDP nearing USD 4 trillion, is the world's fastest-growing major economy, placing it behind the United States with a GDP of USD 30.51 trillion, China at USD19.23 trillion, and Germany at USD 4.74 trillion. It is projected to become the third-largest economy by 2030. More importantly, it is a robust democracy, unlike China, and has a young, digitally enabled consumer base.&nbsp;Over the years, successive Indian governments—whether led by the Congress or the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)—have nurtured deeper ties with the United States. From the civil nuclear deal during the Manmohan Singh-Bush era to the strengthening of QUAD and signing of key defense agreements under Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Biden, bilateral ties have touched new heights. "Howdy Modi" and "Abki Baar, Trump Sarkar," the reverberations of which are still echoing around the world, have cemented India-US relations with an emotional bond between PM Modi and Trump.&nbsp;The US now sees India as a central pillar of its Indo-Pacific strategy, aimed at counterbalancing Chinese influence in the region. From military cooperation and joint exercises like Malabar to investments in critical technologies and semiconductors, India’s positioning with the US has become more strategic than transactional.<h2>Can the US Sustain Strained Ties with India?</h2>&nbsp;Engaging in a trade war with India, especially in the current geopolitical climate, could be counterproductive for the United States. Here are five compelling reasons WHY:&nbsp;1. India as a Consumer Powerhouse&nbsp;India is one of the largest markets for American companies in sectors like technology, defense, agriculture, pharmaceuticals, and energy. US giants such as Apple, Amazon, Boeing, and Tesla see India as a critical growth destination. Restricting trade or imposing tariffs would directly impact US corporate interests.&nbsp;Moreover, India’s increasing emphasis on local manufacturing (Make in India, PLI schemes) is creating opportunities for American investments in electronics, green energy, and EVs. Disrupting this potential through a trade war could push India toward alternative partners such as Russia or the EU.&nbsp;2. A Reliable Democratic Ally in Asia&nbsp;As the US seeks to strengthen global democracies and build resilient supply chains, India remains the only large, stable, and democratic counterweight to China in Asia. Its neutral stance in conflicts like the Russia-Ukraine war has also demonstrated India's commitment to strategic autonomy, a quality the US respects.&nbsp;India’s G20 presidency and leadership role in the Global South further enhance its diplomatic influence. Isolating or antagonizing such a partner could weaken the US's broader goals of forming a rules-based global order.&nbsp;3. Economic Interdependence&nbsp;In the fiscal year 2024–25, India–US trade reached USD 131.8 billion, comprising USD 86.5 billion in exports from India and USD 45.3 billion in imports, making the US India’s largest trading partner. This shows a strong and robust strategic economic relationship between the two countries. Nearly 2,000 American companies operate in India, while Indian firms have invested over USD 40 billion in the US, creating around 425,000 jobs that is documented in a report titled "Indian Roots, American Soil”. This economic interdependence serves as a buffer against abrupt policy shifts or trade hostilities.&nbsp;4. Geopolitical Timing Matters&nbsp;With tensions in the South China Sea, the Taiwan Strait, and Ukraine-Russia conflict still unresolved, the US cannot afford to lose India as a regional ally. Unlike Cold War times, today’s conflicts are multipolar and multidimensional—ranging from cyberspace to climate diplomacy. India’s cooperation is crucial in areas like AI regulation, global data flows, cybersecurity, and space exploration.&nbsp;5. India-US for Global PeaceIndia and the US, united, can ensure global peace, prosperity, and stability. India, once counted among the 'Fragile Five' nations, as coined by investment firm Morgan Stanley, today finds itself among the 'Fabulous Five' economies of the world. The strong base of the Indian diaspora in the US works with honesty and dedication, in line with the spirit of 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam' (The World is One Family). The India-America partnership operates on the principle of promoting global peace.<h3>Pragmatism Over Provocation</h3>&nbsp;Of course, India and the US have their share of trade disputes—ranging from tariffs on agricultural products and medical devices to data localization policies and digital taxation. But these should be addressed through dialogue and negotiation mechanisms such as the US-India Trade Policy Forum, rather than retaliatory measures. Both nations are members of the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework (IPEF) and have begun collaborating on semiconductor supply chains, critical minerals, and AI governance. These positive developments must be leveraged to create a roadmap for sustainable, balanced trade rather than indulging in protectionist impulses.&nbsp;In an era where alliances are being redrawn and global order is in flux, the US must tread carefully. Engaging in a trade war with India would not only harm American business interests but also erode the foundation of a strategic partnership that is essential to its Indo-Pacific vision. India, with its demographic dividend, economic momentum, and democratic stability, is not just another trade partner—it is a strategic necessity for the United States. It worth mentioned the famous quote of former US president Barack Obama, “India is not simply an emerging power; it is already a world power, and a natural partner of the United States.” So, instead of trade conflict, collaboration should guide the next phase of India-US relations, Donald Trump must rethink.

 A high-voltage trade war between the United States and India could have far-reaching consequences—not just economically, but also diplomatically and strategically.

The chequered history of antagonistic stances during the decades-long USA-Soviet Union Cold War and subsequent détente, which brought Capitol Hill and Raisina Hill closer, shaped by geopolitical power balances between the world’s oldest and youngest democratic countries, is a tell-tale sign of the complexity and dynamics of their relationship. A high-voltage trade war between the United States and India could have far-reaching consequences—not just economically, but also diplomatically and strategically. At a time when the US is already deeply entrenched in a tech and trade cold war with China, the feasibility of sustaining another trade conflict, particularly with a strategic partner like India, appears both impractical and unwise. Such a conflict could overshadow the efforts of former US presidents like George W. Bush, Bill Clinton, Barack Obama, and Joe Biden, who extended an olive branch to Delhi to work together on common concerns regarding growing Islamic extremism, energy security, and climate change. The trade war between the United States and China, initiated under the Trump administration and continued with nuanced strategies by President Joe Biden, has disrupted global supply chains, increased tariffs, and led to decoupling in key sectors like semiconductors, AI, 5G, and pharmaceuticals. This rivalry is not just about economics but also technology supremacy, national security, and ideological competition between democratic and authoritarian models of governance. The US is now actively working to "de-risk" from China, which includes encouraging Chian Plus One strategy, manufacturing relocations, forming trade partnerships with democratic nations, and controlling Chinese access to cutting-edge technologies. In this strategic calculus, India has emerged as a natural partner—not only because of its shared democratic values, but also due to its economic potential, strategic location, and growing technological prowess. India, with a population of over 1.4 billion and a GDP nearing USD 4 trillion, is the world's fastest-growing major economy, placing it behind the United States with a GDP of USD 30.51 trillion, China at USD19.23 trillion, and Germany at USD 4.74 trillion. It is projected to become the third-largest economy by 2030. More importantly, it is a robust democracy, unlike China, and has a young, digitally enabled consumer base. Over the years, successive Indian governments—whether led by the Congress or the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)—have nurtured deeper ties with the United States. From the civil nuclear deal during the Manmohan Singh-Bush era to the strengthening of QUAD and signing of key defense agreements under Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Biden, bilateral ties have touched new heights. "Howdy Modi" and "Abki Baar, Trump Sarkar," the reverberations of which are still echoing around the world, have cemented India-US relations with an emotional bond between PM Modi and Trump. The US now sees India as a central pillar of its Indo-Pacific strategy, aimed at counterbalancing Chinese influence in the region. From military cooperation and joint exercises like Malabar to investments in critical technologies and semiconductors, India’s positioning with the US has become more strategic than transactional. Can the US Sustain Strained Ties with India? Engaging in a trade war with India, especially in the current geopolitical climate, could be counterproductive for the United States. Here are five compelling reasons WHY: 1. India as a Consumer Powerhouse India is one of the largest markets for American companies in sectors like technology, defense, agriculture, pharmaceuticals, and energy. US giants such as Apple, Amazon, Boeing, and Tesla see India as a critical growth destination. Restricting trade or imposing tariffs would directly impact US corporate interests. Moreover, India’s increasing emphasis on local manufacturing (Make in India, PLI schemes) is creating opportunities for American investments in electronics, green energy, and EVs. Disrupting this potential through a trade war could push India toward alternative partners such as Russia or the EU. 2. A Reliable Democratic Ally in Asia As the US seeks to strengthen global democracies and build resilient supply chains, India remains the only large, stable, and democratic counterweight to China in Asia. Its neutral stance in conflicts like the Russia-Ukraine war has also demonstrated India's commitment to strategic autonomy, a quality the US respects. India’s G20 presidency and leadership role in the Global South further enhance its diplomatic influence. Isolating or antagonizing such a partner could weaken the US's broader goals of forming a rules-based global order. 3. Economic Interdependence In the fiscal year 2024–25, India–US trade reached USD 131.8 billion, comprising USD 86.5 billion in exports from India and USD 45.3 billion in imports, making the US India’s largest trading partner. This shows a strong and robust strategic economic relationship between the two countries. Nearly 2,000 American companies operate in India, while Indian firms have invested over USD 40 billion in the US, creating around 425,000 jobs that is documented in a report titled "Indian Roots, American Soil”. This economic interdependence serves as a buffer against abrupt policy shifts or trade hostilities. 4. Geopolitical Timing Matters With tensions in the South China Sea, the Taiwan Strait, and Ukraine-Russia conflict still unresolved, the US cannot afford to lose India as a regional ally. Unlike Cold War times, today’s conflicts are multipolar and multidimensional—ranging from cyberspace to climate diplomacy. India’s cooperation is crucial in areas like AI regulation, global data flows, cybersecurity, and space exploration. 5. India-US for Global Peace India and the US, united, can ensure global peace, prosperity, and stability. India, once counted among the 'Fragile Five' nations, as coined by investment firm Morgan Stanley, today finds itself among the 'Fabulous Five' economies of the world. The strong base of the Indian diaspora in the US works with honesty and dedication, in line with the spirit of 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam' (The World is One Family). The India-America partnership operates on the principle of promoting global peace. Pragmatism Over Provocation Of course, India and the US have their share of trade disputes—ranging from tariffs on agricultural products and medical devices to data localization policies and digital taxation. But these should be addressed through dialogue and negotiation mechanisms such as the US-India Trade Policy Forum, rather than retaliatory measures. Both nations are members of the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework (IPEF) and have begun collaborating on semiconductor supply chains, critical minerals, and AI governance. These positive developments must be leveraged to create a roadmap for sustainable, balanced trade rather than indulging in protectionist impulses. In an era where alliances are being redrawn and global order is in flux, the US must tread carefully. Engaging in a trade war with India would not only harm American business interests but also erode the foundation of a strategic partnership that is essential to its Indo-Pacific vision. India, with its demographic dividend, economic momentum, and democratic stability, is not just another trade partner—it is a strategic necessity for the United States. It worth mentioned the famous quote of former US president Barack Obama, “India is not simply an emerging power; it is already a world power, and a natural partner of the United States.” So, instead of trade conflict, collaboration should guide the next phase of India-US relations, Donald Trump must rethink.

&nbsp;A high-voltage trade war between the United States and India could have far-reaching consequences—not just economically, but also diplomatically and strategically.

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Will Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva call Donald Trump? Now, this is the latest decision world leaders need to take. The US president, who is unabashed when it comes to expressing himself, said Silva can call him anytime to discuss tariffs. He also mentioned it may include talks on the friction between other countries.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/brazil-s-supreme-court-orders-house-arrest-of-ex-prez-bolsonaro-1754419478948/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/brazil-s-supreme-court-orders-house-arrest-of-ex-prez-bolsonaro-1754419478948/embed</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;While Lula says he won't call Trump to talk about trade or tariffs. In a widely circulated video of the president, he is seen saying, “I am not going to call Trump to negotiate anything, because he doesn’t want to talk. But rest assured, Marina, I will call Trump to invite him to the COP, because I want to know what he thinks about the climate issue. I will have the courtesy to call, I will call him, I will call Xi Jinping, I will call Prime Minister Modi, I will call."&nbsp;Lula said he won't be calling Russian President Putin, but that's because he cannot travel. "But I will call many presidents," he continued&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/brazil-s-former-president-jair-bolsonaro-put-under-house-arrest-for-treating-court-like-a-fool-defying-social-media-ban-1754355150037">Brazil’s former president Jair Bolsonaro put under house arrest for 'treating court like a fool', defying social media ban</a>&nbsp;He added, "We will pursue all available measures, starting with WTO (World Trade Organisation), to defend all our interests as the US prepares to impose tariffs on Brazilian goods."

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva said that his country would use all available resources, including the World Trade Organization, to defend its interests as the US prepares to impose tariffs on Brazilian goods. More here: <a href="https://t.co/zT2WiykibP">https://t.co/zT2WiykibP</a> <a href="https://t.co/Ug5itO5jsN">pic.twitter.com/Ug5itO5jsN</a>&mdash; Reuters Business (@ReutersBiz) <a href="https://twitter.com/ReutersBiz/status/1952894893577376004?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 6, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

On Friday (August 1), Trump said Lula can call me whenever he wishes to discuss tariffs and other matters. Speaking to reporters at the White House, he said, “He can talk to me anytime he wants." This comes after the US levied a 50% tariff on Brazilian goods. With that, the US also intervened in Brazil's judicial matters after imposing sanctions on the Supreme Court justice, who is monitoring Jair Bolsonaro's trial. The former President has been charged for plotting a coup after he lost the elections in 2022.

In a widely circulated video, Brazilian President  Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva was seen saying he will not call up Donald Trump to discuss tariffs. Now, as America is on a tariff-imposing spree.

Will Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva call Donald Trump? Now, this is the latest decision world leaders need to take. The US president, who is unabashed when it comes to expressing himself, said Silva can call him anytime to discuss tariffs. He also mentioned it may include talks on the friction between other countries. https://www.wionews.com/videos/brazil-s-supreme-court-orders-house-arrest-of-ex-prez-bolsonaro-1754419478948/embed While Lula says he won't call Trump to talk about trade or tariffs. In a widely circulated video of the president, he is seen saying, “I am not going to call Trump to negotiate anything, because he doesn’t want to talk. But rest assured, Marina, I will call Trump to invite him to the COP, because I want to know what he thinks about the climate issue. I will have the courtesy to call, I will call him, I will call Xi Jinping, I will call Prime Minister Modi, I will call." Lula said he won't be calling Russian President Putin, but that's because he cannot travel. "But I will call many presidents," he continued Also read: Brazil’s former president Jair Bolsonaro put under house arrest for 'treating court like a fool', defying social media ban He added, "We will pursue all available measures, starting with WTO (World Trade Organisation), to defend all our interests as the US prepares to impose tariffs on Brazilian goods."

In a widely circulated video, Brazilian President &nbsp;Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva was seen saying he will not call up Donald Trump to discuss tariffs. Now, as America is on a tariff-imposing spree.

'Will call PM Modi': Brazilian President Lula Silva after saying he won't dial Trump. Here's why

A former DOGE employee was allegedly mugged and beaten in Washington, DC, prompting a sharp response from United States President Donald Trump and former chief of the cost-slashing department, Elon Musk. While Trump threatened to federalise Washington DC, the Tesla boss backed him, burying his differences with the US president that had stemmed due to their contrasting views on the big and beautiful tax bill. The federalism in Washington DC means a specific arrangement where the District of Columbia, a federal district, is governed by the US federal government, rather than being a state with its own state-level government.<h2>What was the incident?</h2>Former DOGE worker, Edward Coristine, aka Big Balls, was allegedly attacked in Washington, DC, earlier this week. &nbsp;FOX 5 DC reported that the attack took place at Swann Street and 14th Street in Northwest DC. Musk revealed that the DOGE worker attempted to stop a gang of about a dozen young men who tried to assault a woman in her car at night in DC. After the DOGE worker ran to defend the woman, he was severely beaten to the point of concussion by the gang members. The SpaceX CEO then revealed that the worker managed to save the woman even after he was severaly injured. Trump in his post stated that gang members are "randomly attacking, mugging, maiming, and shooting innocent citizens." While both Trump and Musk did not reveal the identity of the DOGE worker who was assaulted, Rapid Response 47 posted a photo on social media, indicating he was the famous ‘Big Balls’, whose real name is Edward Coristine.<h2>What did Trump and Musk say?</h2>In a lengthy post on Truth Social, Trump condemned the attack on the DOGE worker and said that law must be changed to prosecute the minors. He proposed that the starting age to prosecute minors as adults should start at the age of 14. He warned that if 'DC doesn't get its act together', then he would have to exert his powers and fedralise the city. "The Law in D.C. must be changed to prosecute these “minors” as adults, and lock them up for a long time, starting at age 14. The most recent victim was beaten mercilessly by local thugs. Washington, D.C., must be safe, clean, and beautiful for all Americans and, importantly, for the World to see. If D.C. doesn’t get its act together and quickly, we will have no choice but to take Federal control of the City, and run this City how it should be run, and put criminals on notice that they’re not going to get away with it anymore," Trump said. Calling the man who was assaulted 'an incredible young man', Trump said that he wouldn't have to go through the horrors of violent crime if Washington D.C. were federalised. He also added, “Crime in Washington, D.C., is totally out of control. Local “youths” and gang members, some only 14, 15, and 16-years-old, are randomly attacking, mugging, maiming, and shooting innocent Citizens, at the same time knowing that they will be almost immediately released.”

Sharing Elon Musk's post on X, the Tesla CEO said that it time to fedralise DC. Notably, Musk and Trump were on the same page after a long time since their distance grew over stance on the big beautiful bill. Former buddies were seen exchanging harsh words against each other, with Trump threatening to deport Musk and the latter stating that the US president's name was in the Epstein Files. Since his exit from the White House, Musk has demanded the release of the controversial Epstein Files.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">A few days ago, a gang of about a dozen young men tried to assault a woman in her car at night in DC. A <a href="https://twitter.com/DOGE?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Doge</a> team member saw what was happening, ran to defend her and was severely beaten to the point of concussion, but he saved her. It is time to federalize DC. <a href="https://t.co/RPHKj7J3ti">pic.twitter.com/RPHKj7J3ti</a>— Elon Musk (@elonmusk) <a href="https://twitter.com/elonmusk/status/1952836498971344926?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 5, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

A former Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) employee was violently attacked during an attempted carjacking in Washington DC. This attack has prompted Donald Trump and Elon Musk to be on the same page 

A former DOGE employee was allegedly mugged and beaten in Washington, DC, prompting a sharp response from United States President Donald Trump and former chief of the cost-slashing department, Elon Musk. While Trump threatened to federalise Washington DC, the Tesla boss backed him, burying his differences with the US president that had stemmed due to their contrasting views on the big and beautiful tax bill. The federalism in Washington DC means a specific arrangement where the District of Columbia, a federal district, is governed by the US federal government, rather than being a state with its own state-level government. What was the incident? Former DOGE worker, Edward Coristine, aka Big Balls, was allegedly attacked in Washington, DC, earlier this week. FOX 5 DC reported that the attack took place at Swann Street and 14th Street in Northwest DC. Musk revealed that the DOGE worker attempted to stop a gang of about a dozen young men who tried to assault a woman in her car at night in DC. After the DOGE worker ran to defend the woman, he was severely beaten to the point of concussion by the gang members. The SpaceX CEO then revealed that the worker managed to save the woman even after he was severaly injured. Trump in his post stated that gang members are "randomly attacking, mugging, maiming, and shooting innocent citizens." While both Trump and Musk did not reveal the identity of the DOGE worker who was assaulted, Rapid Response 47 posted a photo on social media, indicating he was the famous ‘Big Balls’, whose real name is Edward Coristine. What did Trump and Musk say? In a lengthy post on Truth Social, Trump condemned the attack on the DOGE worker and said that law must be changed to prosecute the minors. He proposed that the starting age to prosecute minors as adults should start at the age of 14. He warned that if 'DC doesn't get its act together', then he would have to exert his powers and fedralise the city. "The Law in D.C. must be changed to prosecute these “minors” as adults, and lock them up for a long time, starting at age 14. The most recent victim was beaten mercilessly by local thugs. Washington, D.C., must be safe, clean, and beautiful for all Americans and, importantly, for the World to see. If D.C. doesn’t get its act together and quickly, we will have no choice but to take Federal control of the City, and run this City how it should be run, and put criminals on notice that they’re not going to get away with it anymore," Trump said. Calling the man who was assaulted 'an incredible young man', Trump said that he wouldn't have to go through the horrors of violent crime if Washington D.C. were federalised. He also added, “Crime in Washington, D.C., is totally out of control. Local “youths” and gang members, some only 14, 15, and 16-years-old, are randomly attacking, mugging, maiming, and shooting innocent Citizens, at the same time knowing that they will be almost immediately released.”

A former Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) employee was violently attacked during an attempted carjacking in Washington DC. This attack has prompted Donald Trump and Elon Musk to be on the same page&nbsp;

'Federalise this city...': DOGE staff's assault in Washington DC brings Trump, Musk on same page - Here's what happened

United States President Donald Trump on Tuesday (Aug 6) clarified his ‘penalty’ announcement on countries trading with Russia, stating that he has not yet specified a percentage. He had previously said that countries trading with Russia will face additional tariffs as a ‘penalty’ for engaging with Moscow, despite US sanctions. The &nbsp;US president made the remarks during a press conference at the White House, originally called to discuss the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. The POTUS was asked about imposing a 100% tariff on countries buying Russian energy.&nbsp;Trump responded, "I never said a percentage, but we'll be doing quite a bit of that. We'll see what happens over the next fairly short period of time... We have a meeting with Russia tomorrow. We're going to see what happens..." He was also asked about America's trade with Russia amid his threat to India for buying Russian oil. The POTUS seemed to dodge the question and said that he is not aware of his country's imports from Russia. Trump has been issuing multiple warnings to India since last week over its trade with Moscow, adding that he would impose very substantial tariff "over the next 24 hours.” Last week, he had also called India and Russia's economy ‘dead.’&nbsp;Donald Trump’s special envoy Steve Witkoff is in Moscow days before the US president’s deadline on Friday for Russia to make progress on ending the war in Ukraine. When asked what message Witkoff would take to Russia and what Vladimir Putin could do to avoid new sanctions, the US president answered: “Yeah, get a deal where people stop getting killed.” US president's statement hints that he would take the decision after Witkoff's meeting with Russian leaders.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | On being asked about imposing 100% tariffs on all countries that purchase Russian energy, including China, US President Donald Trump says, &quot;I never said a percentage, but we&#39;ll be doing quite a bit of that. We&#39;ll see what happens over the next fairly short period of… <a href="https://t.co/qHOVywQ9TW">pic.twitter.com/qHOVywQ9TW</a>&mdash; ANI (@ANI) <a href="https://twitter.com/ANI/status/1952846659333054533?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 5, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>India's response to Trump's continuous threats</h2>New Delhi, in its response to the White House, argued that it was the US that had encouraged India to buy oil from Russia after the start of the war in Ukraine in February 2022, as such purchases helped stabilise global energy markets. “Like any major economy, India will take all necessary measures to safeguard its national interests and economic security.” “We make decisions based on the price at which oil is available in the international market, and depending on the global situation at that time,” Randhir Jaiswal, the spokesperson of the MEA, told journalists in New Delhi on Friday. The MEA statement also highlighted that the US and Europe import several items from Russia while they continue to demand the suspension of India-Russia trade. “Where the United States is concerned, it continues to import from Russia uranium hexafluoride for its nuclear industry, palladium for its EV industry, fertilisers as well as chemicals…Europe-Russia trade includes not just energy, but also fertilisers, mining products, chemicals, iron and steel and machinery and transport equipment.,” the statement said.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Statement by Official Spokesperson⬇️ 🔗 <a href="https://t.co/O2hJTOZBby">https://t.co/O2hJTOZBby</a> <a href="https://t.co/RTQ2beJC0W">pic.twitter.com/RTQ2beJC0W</a>&mdash; Randhir Jaiswal (@MEAIndia) <a href="https://twitter.com/MEAIndia/status/1952412858567844061?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 4, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

US President Donald Trump said that he never specified the exact rate of tariffs he would impose on countries doing business with Russia. He hinted that his decision would come after the meeting between Steve Witkoff and Russian leaders 

United States President Donald Trump on Tuesday (Aug 6) clarified his ‘penalty’ announcement on countries trading with Russia, stating that he has not yet specified a percentage. He had previously said that countries trading with Russia will face additional tariffs as a ‘penalty’ for engaging with Moscow, despite US sanctions. The US president made the remarks during a press conference at the White House, originally called to discuss the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. The POTUS was asked about imposing a 100% tariff on countries buying Russian energy. Trump responded, "I never said a percentage, but we'll be doing quite a bit of that. We'll see what happens over the next fairly short period of time... We have a meeting with Russia tomorrow. We're going to see what happens..." He was also asked about America's trade with Russia amid his threat to India for buying Russian oil. The POTUS seemed to dodge the question and said that he is not aware of his country's imports from Russia. Trump has been issuing multiple warnings to India since last week over its trade with Moscow, adding that he would impose very substantial tariff "over the next 24 hours.” Last week, he had also called India and Russia's economy ‘dead.’ Donald Trump’s special envoy Steve Witkoff is in Moscow days before the US president’s deadline on Friday for Russia to make progress on ending the war in Ukraine. When asked what message Witkoff would take to Russia and what Vladimir Putin could do to avoid new sanctions, the US president answered: “Yeah, get a deal where people stop getting killed.” US president's statement hints that he would take the decision after Witkoff's meeting with Russian leaders.

US President Donald Trump said that he never specified the exact rate of tariffs he would impose on countries doing business with Russia. He hinted that his decision would come after the meeting between Steve Witkoff and Russian leaders&nbsp;

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