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Headline: UNCAPTIONED: U.S. Criticizes India Over Russian Oil Ties Amid Tariff Threats
Caption: U.S. Criticizes India Over Russian Oil Ties Amid Tariff Threats. U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has called India's ongoing oil trade with Russia a "point of irritation" in U.S.-India relations. His comments follow President Trump's announcement of 25% tariffs—and potential penalties—on Indian goods in response to Delhi's continued purchases of Russian oil and weapons. India defends the imports, saying it must secure affordable energy for its population. Russian oil now accounts for up to 40% of India's imports, up sharply since the Ukraine war began. Rubio acknowledged India's energy needs but warned that buying discounted Russian crude indirectly supports Moscow's war in Ukraine. Meanwhile, reports say several Indian state-run refineries have already paused Russian imports due to narrowing price advantages. India says it's expanding its supplier base, and analysts expect limited economic fallout as oil sourcing shifts to other countries. Instructions: THIS VIDEO MUST NOT BE EDITED FOR LENGTH TO COMBINE WITH OTHER CONTENT
Keywords: Current affairs & Politics,U.S.-India relations,Marco Rubio,Donald Trump,India,Russian oil,25% tariffs,trade penalties,Ukraine war,discounted crude,Indian refineries,energy security,Delhi,Russian weapons,U.S. sanctions,global oil trade,India-Russia ties
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