Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 08:31pm on 06 Sep 2025,Saturday India Global
US President Donald Trump backtracked on his social media claim that America had "lost India to deepest, darkest China" after posting a photo of Modi, Putin, and Xi Jinping together. During a White House briefing, Trump softened his tone, saying he doesn't believe India is actually lost and maintains friendship with PM Modi despite disappointment over India's Russian oil purchases. Trump imposed 50% tariffs on India due to its energy ties with Moscow but emphasized the "special relationship" between the countries, stating "there's nothing to worry about." His initial remarks followed Modi and Putin's appearance together at the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation Summit in China, where they displayed visible camaraderie. (PC: Hindustan Times)
