Donald Trump stated that Indian Prime Minister Modi promised him that India would stop buying Russian oil, following the imposition of punitive tariffs.

Donald Trump stated that Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi assured him that India would cease purchasing oil from Russia, after the United States imposed punitive tariffs on Indian exports. Trump mentioned that this commitment is a "big step forward" and that now he needs to convince China to do the same. Although India did not immediately confirm this promise, the recent meeting between Modi and the new American ambassador suggests an openness in bilateral relations. Trump imposed a 50% tax on Indian exports in retaliation for Russian oil purchases, considering them a contributing factor to the conflict in Ukraine. In the context of these statements, Trump is preparing to host Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky for discussions about the situation in Ukraine and possible American arms deliveries.