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On Wednesday, U.S. President Donald Trump announced that Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi assured him India would cease importing oil from Russia. Trump described this move as a “significant step” toward isolating Moscow economically. He expressed his disappointment that India had been purchasing Russian oil but said Modi had now confirmed they would stop. Trump also indicated his expectation that China would follow suit.
The Indian embassy in Washington has not yet responded to inquiries regarding Modi’s commitment. Should India fully halt Russian oil imports, it could mark a pivotal moment in global energy diplomacy, especially as the U.S. ramps up efforts to cut Moscow’s oil revenue amidst its invasion of Ukraine. Such a move by one of Russia’s chief energy clients could influence the strategies of other countries still buying Russian crude.
Trump mentioned that while India might not be able to stop shipments immediately, the process would conclude quickly. He also made a broader statement, claiming to have stopped eight wars so far and that Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif told him he had saved millions of lives. Trump recalled that during the Pakistan-India conflict, seven planes were shot down, bringing the two nations close to nuclear war.
Shehbaz called Trump a “genuine man of peace” and credited him with relentless diplomatic efforts to end conflicts like the Gaza war. During a joint press conference in Sharm el-Sheikh, Shehbaz stated that peace was achieved through Trump-led diplomacy, turning the region into a more peaceful and prosperous place. Additionally, Pakistan had previously nominated Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize, praising his role in preventing war between India and Pakistan and securing a ceasefire.
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