US EditionTop 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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