Trump asserts authorization of India's actions, links it to Russia resolution, followed by praising Prime Minister Modi as a great partner
During a press conference alongside UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, US President Donald Trump announced sanctions on imports from India. The sanctions, effective from August 1, 2025, would impose a 25% tariff on certain Indian imports, which Trump later ordered to be doubled to 50% on August 6, 2025.
Trump stated that the sanctions were in response to India's purchase of Russian oil, which he claimed was supporting Russia's war economy. The US President made it clear that he was pressuring Russia over its war in Ukraine, with the sanctions against India being a part of this strategy.
Despite the sanctions, Trump repeatedly emphasized his good relationship with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, wishing him a happy birthday and praising his support in ending the war. Trump also reiterated his support for Modi on social media.
The press conference was the setting for Trump's claims and statements about Russia and oil prices. Trump implied that a decrease in oil prices would lead to Russia settling the war, a statement that did not provide any context about the war in Ukraine or the oil prices.
Interestingly, the related articles did not provide any context about the war in Ukraine or the oil prices, nor did they mention Trump's sanction against India. The question that prompted Trump's claims about Russia and oil prices was asked during the press conference.
Trump's sanction against India was not the only penalty imposed by the US President. In July, Trump imposed a 50% tariff on certain imports from India, which he called a 'penalty' for its Russian oil purchases.
Both the US and India resumed bilateral trade talks on Tuesday, with both sides calling the discussions positive and agreeing to expedite negotiations. Despite the sanctions, it appears that the two nations are working towards resolving their trade issues.
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