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Trump Warns India Over Russian Oil, Tariff Threats

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Washington: US President Donald Trump warned India that Washington could raise tariffs if New Delhi continued importing Russian oil, saying Prime Minister Narendra Modi knew of his displeasure. Speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One, Trump repeated that tariffs could be imposed "very quickly." Senator Lindsey Graham said India's ambassador had asked him to urge tariff relief after India reduced Russian oil purchases. Indian officials have not immediately commented. Coverage cited concerns about energy security and referenced a US operation in Venezuela. Negotiations between the United States and India on trade continue. Based on 11 articles reviewed and supporting research.

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This 60-second summary was prepared by the JQJO editorial team after reviewing 8 original reports from Asian News International (ANI), ODISHA BYTES, ETV Bharat News, Deccan Chronicle, NewsDrum, http://www.uniindia.com/fadnavis-orders-probe-into-mumbai-pub-fire/states/news/1090400.html, China News and Times of Islamabad.

Timeline of Events

Pre-2024 onward: Western sanctions on Russia prompt efforts to pressure buyers of Russian energy.
Prior month: Senator Lindsey Graham says he met Indian envoy, who discussed reduced Russian oil purchases.
Jan 4–5, 2026: President Trump tells reporters tariffs could rise quickly over Russian oil imports.
Jan 5, 2026: Graham publicly says the Indian ambassador sought relief of a 25% tariff.
Following statements: Indian officials do not immediately comment; US–India trade negotiations continue.

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Who Benefited

US negotiators and domestic energy and manufacturing sectors may gain leverage and market protection if tariffs increase.

Who Impacted

Indian importers, exporters, and consumers could suffer higher costs and disrupted trade if tariffs are raised.

Expert Opinion

After reading and researching latest news.... US President Trump warned India of swift tariff increases over Russian oil imports, and Senator Lindsey Graham said India sought tariff relief after reducing Russian purchases; Indian officials declined immediate comment. The statements reinforce US use of trade tools amid energy-security and geopolitical tensions.

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