'Economy, Not Politics': Putin Hails 'Special Relations' With Modi, Shreds Trump Over Tariffs Vladimir Putin hails India as a “loyal partner” as Donald Trump slaps fresh tariffs on Indian crude imports tied to Moscow. The Kremlin lauds New Delhi’s defiance of Western sanctions, stressing the strength of India-Russia ties. Trump calls India’s Russian oil lifeline “unfair,” fuelling tensions with Washington. Energy flows remain steady, with Indian refiners refusing to bow to U.S. pressure.

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