Trump Warns India on Russian Oil, Threatens Tariffs Despite Praising Modi

• Donald Trump warned India of increased tariffs if it continues purchasing Russian oil, despite calling PM Modi a "very good man."
• Trump stated PM Modi knows he is "not happy" and keeping him content is crucial for India, linking it to trade.
• In 2025, Trump imposed 25% additional tariffs on India over Russian oil, citing Russia's war revenue.
• India has significantly reduced Russian oil imports from 2 million bpd to under 1 million bpd in December 2025 due to US pressure.
• The dispute impacts India-US trade relations and ongoing negotiations, with Trump demanding market access for US goods.

Why It Matters: Trump pressures India on Russian oil with tariff threats, complicating India-US trade and diplomacy.