Topic: Russia oil
US sought India-China tariffs, Europe refused to join, Bessent says
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said the Trump administration wanted Europe to join additional tariffs on India and China over Russian oil purchases, but European allies refused.
October 19, 2026
Trump Shields India From Tariff Threat Over Russian Oil Purchases
The immediate threat of US tariffs of up to 100 percent on India over Russian oil and gas purchases has receded after Donald Trump halted some provisions.
October 17, 2026
“Rahul Gandhi Criticizes Modi Over Trump Oil Claim, Sovereignty Risk”
India’s foreign policy and energy strategy have once again become the center of political debate following a claim by former
October 16, 2025
