Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 03:44am on 16 Oct 2025,Thursday India Global
US President Donald Trump announced Wednesday that Prime Minister Narendra Modi assured him India would stop purchasing Russian oil, calling it "a big step" toward isolating Moscow over Ukraine. Trump expressed dissatisfaction with India's Russian crude imports, which he believes fund Putin's war effort. New Delhi hasn't confirmed this claim. Trump praised Modi as "a great man" and friend, noting his long tenure and their strong relationship. India has defended Russian oil purchases as vital for energy security and economic stability, with Russian crude accounting for nearly one-third of total imports. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar previously criticized Western nations for questioning India's business decisions while themselves purchasing Indian refined products.
