US Senator: Indian Envoy Linked Reduced Russian Oil to Tariff Relief Request

• US Senator Lindsey Graham claims Indian Ambassador Vinay Mohan Kwatra sought tariff relief for India's reduced Russian oil purchases.
• Kwatra reportedly asked Graham to convey this message to President Trump, requesting relief from a 25% tariff on Indian goods.
• President Trump warned India of further tariffs if concerns over Russian oil imports are not addressed, crediting his tariffs for India's reduced purchases.
• The Indian National Congress criticized PM Modi, alleging he reduced Russian oil imports to please Trump, harming national interests.
• The issue highlights ongoing trade tensions and scrutiny over India's energy trade with Russia in Washington.

Why It Matters: Indian envoy reportedly sought tariff relief from US for cutting Russian oil, sparking political debate.