India in crosshairs: Trump’s Russia oil tariffs- How it could make China great again
Thursday, 7 August 2025 () President Trump's 50% tariff on Indian exports, triggered by continued Russian oil imports, risks unraveling US-India relations and pushing New Delhi closer to Moscow and Beijing. While aiming to pressure Russia, the move paradoxically benefits China, allowing it to secure discounted oil and expand its influence. This decision strains alliances and creates opportunities for Beijing to expand its global influence.
India has strongly condemned President Donald Trump’s decision to impose an additional 25% tariff on its goods, effectively doubling the rate to 50%. In a fiery response, New Delhi accused Washington of “economic bullying” and called out U.S. hypocrisy on free trade. The move has heightened...
Amid rising tensions with the U.S., Indian NSA Ajit Doval met Russian Security Chief Sergey Shoigu in Moscow for high-level talks on defence, energy, and Vladimir Putin’s upcoming visit to India. As..
Indian NSA Ajit Doval has confirmed that Russian President Vladimir Putin will be visiting India later this year. This visit marks a pivotal moment in geopolitics, coming just as U.S.-India relations..
Trump cranks up India tariffs to 50% in an attempt to pressure Russia
Brazil and India now face the world’s steepest blanket tariff at 50%, with India targeted for Russian oil purchases..
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Trump distances himself from earlier tariff threat on nations buying Russian oil, including India. It has sparked fresh debate on U.S. trade strategy toward... Zee News
Amidst deepening India-Russia oil ties, President Trump has escalated sanctions against New Delhi by imposing an additional 25% tariff, bringing the total to... IndiaTimes
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent expressed frustration with India's trade practices, particularly its purchase of sanctioned Russian oil, leading to potential... IndiaTimes
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