NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte has drawn a striking connection between Donald Trump ’s new tariff measures on India and the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war, suggesting that economic tensions may have geopolitical spillovers. According to Rutte, Trump’s protectionist push—imposing fresh tariffs on Indian goods—has added to the strain on New Delhi’s trade outlook. But beyond economics, the NATO chief argued, the move could indirectly affect Russia. His reasoning is that Moscow’s long-term strategy depends heavily on sustaining global partnerships, and when major economies like India come under economic pressure from the U.S., the ripple effects are felt by Russia too. Rutte revealed that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has raised the Ukraine issue directly with Russian President Vladimir P

See Full Page