US President Donald Trump has responded positively to reports suggesting that India may stop buying oil from Russia, calling it a “good step.” While speaking to ANI, Trump acknowledged that he wasn’t sure of the accuracy of the claim but expressed approval if it turned out to be true. “I understand that India is no longer going to be buying oil from Russia. That’s what I heard. I don’t know if that’s right or not. That is a good step,” he remarked, adding that the next course of action would depend on how the situation unfolds.
Trump’s comments come at a time when Washington is ramping up pressure on countries continuing energy trade with Moscow. The United States has been urging global partners to reduce financial ties with Russia as part of a broader strategy to weaken its economic backbone during the ongoing war in Ukraine. The focus remains on curbing revenue from key exports like oil, which continues to fund Russia’s military efforts.
India, one of the world’s top oil consumers, has emerged as a significant buyer of Russian crude since the imposition of Western sanctions in 2022. Attracted by deep discounts, India has consistently defended its energy purchases as being driven by national interest and energy security. However, any shift in this position would mark a notable development in the global effort to isolate Moscow economically.
