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India Questions Trump’s Claim About Modi Halting Russian Oil Purchases

The Indian government has cast doubt on Donald Trump’s claim that Prime Minister Narendra Modi agreed to stop purchasing Russian oil. According to reports, Indian officials stated they were unaware of any recent conversation between the two leaders regarding this matter.

Conflicting Accounts Emerge Over Alleged Trump-Modi Call

India’s foreign ministry has stated it is “not aware” of a telephone conversation that US President Donald Trump claimed occurred with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi regarding Russian oil purchases. The conflicting accounts emerged Wednesday when Trump asserted that his Indian counterpart had “assured me today” that India would cease importing Russian oil, a move analysts suggest would increase economic pressure on Moscow amid the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.

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Trump Claims Modi Commits to Halting Russian Oil Imports Amid US Pressure

U.S. President Donald Trump stated that Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has assured him India will cease buying Russian oil. The announcement comes as Washington intensifies efforts to cut off Moscow’s energy revenues following the invasion of Ukraine.

Trump Announces Modi’s Commitment on Russian Oil

According to reports from Reuters, U.S. President Donald Trump stated on Wednesday that Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has pledged to stop purchasing oil from Russia. The announcement signals a potential major shift in global energy alliances as Washington intensifies efforts to cut off Moscow‘s revenues following its invasion of Ukraine.