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CNBC Awaaz05-01-2026, 13:49

CNBC-Awaaz Exposes Reuters' Misinterpretation of Trump's India-Russia Oil Tariffs Statement

  • CNBC-Awaaz investigated Donald Trump's statement on India's Russian oil purchases and US tariffs.
  • Reuters allegedly misinterpreted Trump, suggesting India's reduction was voluntary, heating up US-India ties.
  • Trump actually stated India is reducing Russian oil imports due to US tariff pressure, not voluntarily.
  • Trump hinted at further tariffs if India doesn't heed US concerns, while also calling Narendra Modi a good friend.
  • The investigation highlights how misreporting can create confusion on sensitive international issues.

Why It Matters: CNBC-Awaaz clarifies Trump's statement: India's reduced Russian oil is due to US tariff pressure.

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