Top Trump aide accuses India of financing Russia's war in Ukraine
INDIA, AUG 3 – A top Trump aide said India finances Russia's war in Ukraine by buying oil, leading to a 25% U.S. tariff on Indian products, amid ongoing diplomatic tensions.
- On Sunday, Stephen Miller accused India of financing Russia's war in Ukraine by purchasing oil from Moscow, saying 'What he said very clearly is that it is not acceptable for India to continue financing this war by purchasing the oil from Russia'.
- On Friday, a 25% tariff on Indian products went into effect as Trump threatened 100% secondary tariffs by August 8, 2025.
- Miller said on Fox News' 'Sunday Morning Futures' that 'People will be shocked to learn that India is basically tied with China in purchasing Russian oil,' amid U.S. efforts to dissuade India from buying Russian energy.
- Despite U.S. threats, the Indian government responded on Wednesday that it was 'studying its implications' as Reuters sources said New Delhi will continue buying Russian oil.
- Despite recent tensions, India and the United States remain negotiating a 'fair, balanced and mutually beneficial' trade agreement, with New Delhi committed in recent months.
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