Trump Claims India Will Cease Buying Russian Oil, Signaling Major Shift in Global Energy Politics
Former U.S.
President Donald Trump made a surprising statement, asserting that Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi promised him to stop importing Russian oil.
According to Trump, this move is ‘serious and significant’ as it could considerably weaken Moscow’s economic position on the world stage.
Trump emphasized that the agreement is already in effect, describing it as a troubling sign for the Kremlin.
He also expressed his intention to persuade China to follow suit, believing that a coordinated global energy strategy is necessary.
The U.S.
leader called Modi ‘an outstanding person’ and a ‘long-time friend,’ noting that he promised to halt Russian oil purchases in the near future.
Trump added that the process will be gradual, since a sudden halt isn’t feasible, but he believes it has already started and will soon conclude.
This announcement holds considerable importance given that India has become one of the largest buyers of Russian oil over the past two years, increasing imports thanks to discounts offered amid Western sanctions.
If confirmed in New Delhi, this development could lead to significant shifts in global energy policy and reshape the international energy market, as nations seek to diversify supplies and reduce reliance on traditional sources.