{"id":2685,"date":"2026-01-08T09:42:17","date_gmt":"2026-01-08T09:42:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.exportgenius.in\/blog\/?p=2685"},"modified":"2026-01-08T11:49:45","modified_gmt":"2026-01-08T11:49:45","slug":"how-trumps-tariff-warning-over-russian-oil-could-impact-india-us-trade","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.exportgenius.in\/blog\/how-trumps-tariff-warning-over-russian-oil-could-impact-india-us-trade.php","title":{"rendered":"How Trump\u2019s Tariff Warning Over Russian Oil Could Impact India\u2013US Trade"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>Key Highlights<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>U.S. President Donald Trump has warned India that it could face higher tariffs on its goods if New Delhi doesn\u2019t curb purchases of Russian crude oil.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The U.S. has already imposed steep tariffs on Indian products, including a 50% duty on many items, partly as a penalty for Russian oil imports.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Higher tariffs could raise costs for Indian exporters, especially in labour-intensive sectors like textiles, gems and jewellery, leather, and auto parts, reducing competitiveness in the U.S. market.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Global trade dynamics are once again under scrutiny due to two reasons \u2013 1. Trump\u2019s threat to impose new tariffs on India, if New Delhi does not meet Washington\u2019s demand to curb purchases of Russian oil and 2. U.S. attacks on Venezuela. His comments follow months of trade negotiations after the United States doubled import tariffs on Indian commodities to 50% last year as punishment for its heavy buying of crude oil from Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.exportgenius.in\/\">Export Genius<\/a><\/strong> tracks that story closely and analyze how US tariffs on India could impact India-US trade with trade insights. With global trade data, we try and bring valuable perspective on Trump India tariff impact 2026, India-US bilateral trade relations and India\u2019s imports of crude oil from Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"why-russian-oil-matters-in-the-trade-equation\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Why Russian Oil Matters in the Trade Equation<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Since the onset of the Russia-Ukraine conflict, India has sharply increased imports of discounted Russian oil to manage inflation and meet its growing energy demand. This move helped India stabilize fuel prices and reduce its import bill, but it also attracted criticism from Western economies attempting to economically isolate Russia. In the recent visit of Russian President to India, Putin and Modi had <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.exportgenius.in\/blog\/putin-india-visit-trade-impact.php\">trade discussions on oil<\/a><\/strong> and other commodities that could reshape the business of both countries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>How much crude oil India imports from Russia and the United States? Crude oil comes under Harmonized System or HS Code 2709. In 2024, India\u2019s oil imports from Russia totalled USD 143 billion, up from USD 140 billion reported a year earlier. Export Genius showcases yearly trends of India Russian oil imports 2026. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.exportgenius.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Indias-Oil-Imports-from-Russia-and-U.S-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"lazyload_inited wp-image-2688\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.exportgenius.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Indias-Oil-Imports-from-Russia-and-U.S-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.exportgenius.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Indias-Oil-Imports-from-Russia-and-U.S-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.exportgenius.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Indias-Oil-Imports-from-Russia-and-U.S-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.exportgenius.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Indias-Oil-Imports-from-Russia-and-U.S-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.exportgenius.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Indias-Oil-Imports-from-Russia-and-U.S-1536x1536.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.exportgenius.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Indias-Oil-Imports-from-Russia-and-U.S-2048x2048.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.exportgenius.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Indias-Oil-Imports-from-Russia-and-U.S-370x370.jpg 370w, https:\/\/www.exportgenius.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Indias-Oil-Imports-from-Russia-and-U.S-120x120.jpg 120w, https:\/\/www.exportgenius.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Indias-Oil-Imports-from-Russia-and-U.S-1290x1290.jpg 1290w, https:\/\/www.exportgenius.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Indias-Oil-Imports-from-Russia-and-U.S-1080x1080.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/www.exportgenius.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Indias-Oil-Imports-from-Russia-and-U.S-865x865.jpg 865w, https:\/\/www.exportgenius.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Indias-Oil-Imports-from-Russia-and-U.S-642x642.jpg 642w, https:\/\/www.exportgenius.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Indias-Oil-Imports-from-Russia-and-U.S-160x160.jpg 160w, https:\/\/www.exportgenius.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Indias-Oil-Imports-from-Russia-and-U.S-80x80.jpg 80w, https:\/\/www.exportgenius.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Indias-Oil-Imports-from-Russia-and-U.S-600x600.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Year<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Oil Imports from Russia<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Oil Imports from US<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2020<\/td><td>64<\/td><td>3<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2021<\/td><td>106<\/td><td>10<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2022<\/td><td>173<\/td><td>12<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2023<\/td><td>140<\/td><td>6<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2024<\/td><td>143<\/td><td>4<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2025 (Till Sep)<\/td><td>50<\/td><td>6<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>*****Value USD Billion<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"implications-for-india-us-trade-relations\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Implications for India-US Trade Relations<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>India-US trade valued at over USD 120 billion in 2024, could face ripple effects across multiple sectors if tariff threats turn into policy action. Before listing down implications for India-US trade, here\u2019s a quick look at India\u2019s trade with US in the past years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.exportgenius.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/India-US-Trade_-Export-vs-Imports-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"lazyload_inited wp-image-2689\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.exportgenius.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/India-US-Trade_-Export-vs-Imports-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.exportgenius.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/India-US-Trade_-Export-vs-Imports-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.exportgenius.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/India-US-Trade_-Export-vs-Imports-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.exportgenius.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/India-US-Trade_-Export-vs-Imports-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.exportgenius.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/India-US-Trade_-Export-vs-Imports-370x370.jpg 370w, https:\/\/www.exportgenius.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/India-US-Trade_-Export-vs-Imports-120x120.jpg 120w, https:\/\/www.exportgenius.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/India-US-Trade_-Export-vs-Imports-865x865.jpg 865w, https:\/\/www.exportgenius.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/India-US-Trade_-Export-vs-Imports-642x642.jpg 642w, https:\/\/www.exportgenius.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/India-US-Trade_-Export-vs-Imports-160x160.jpg 160w, https:\/\/www.exportgenius.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/India-US-Trade_-Export-vs-Imports-80x80.jpg 80w, https:\/\/www.exportgenius.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/India-US-Trade_-Export-vs-Imports-600x600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.exportgenius.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/India-US-Trade_-Export-vs-Imports.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Year<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>India\u2019s Exports to US<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>India\u2019s Imports from US<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2020<\/td><td>49<\/td><td>26<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2021<\/td><td>71<\/td><td>41<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2022<\/td><td>80<\/td><td>51<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2023<\/td><td>75<\/td><td>44<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2024<\/td><td>80<\/td><td>43<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2025 (Title Sep)<\/td><td>68<\/td><td>35<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>****Value USD Billion<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u2019s major points related to <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.exportgenius.in\/blog\/trumps-tariffs-impact-on-us-india-relations-explained-with-trade-data-823.php\">Trump India tariff impact 2026<\/a><\/strong>, if India would not stop purchasing oil from Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Rising Policy Uncertainty<\/strong>: Even without immediate action, tariff warnings create uncertainty. Businesses may delay contracts, rethink sourcing strategies, or renegotiate pricing to account for potential duty increases. Such uncertainty can slow trade momentum and investment decisions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Export-Heavy Sectors Could Face Pressure<\/strong>: If US tariffs on India are imposed, several Indian export sectors could be affected, including:<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Pharmaceuticals and medical supplies:<\/strong> The U.S. is the largest export market for Indian generic drugs. FDA compliance costs are already high; tariffs further squeeze margins.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Textiles and apparel:<\/strong> Competes with Vietnam, Bangladesh, and Cambodia. Even small tariffs can erase cost advantages. Export slowdown directly impacts employment.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Engineering goods and machinery:<\/strong> Parts are embedded in U.S. manufacturing and infrastructure projects. Long-term contracts limit ability to absorb tariff costs. Buyers can switch to Mexico or East Asia.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Automotive components:<\/strong> Tariffs disrupt cost and delivery schedules. U.S. safety and quality norms add to cost pressures. Near-shoring makes Indian suppliers more vulnerable.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Electronics and IT hardware:<\/strong> Many components are sourced from China and East Asia, compounding tariff impact. Margins are thin, making tariffs difficult to absorb.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"which-are-indias-top-exports-to-us\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Which are India\u2019s top exports to US? <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>India\u2019s top export commodities to US are electrical machinery &amp; equipment, pharmaceutical products, nuclear reactors, boilers, machinery &amp; mechanical appliances, pearls &amp; precious stones, articles of iron &amp; steel, and mineral fuels &amp; oils.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.exportgenius.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Indias-Top-Exports-to-US-2024-25-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"lazyload_inited wp-image-2692\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.exportgenius.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Indias-Top-Exports-to-US-2024-25-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.exportgenius.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Indias-Top-Exports-to-US-2024-25-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.exportgenius.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Indias-Top-Exports-to-US-2024-25-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.exportgenius.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Indias-Top-Exports-to-US-2024-25-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.exportgenius.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Indias-Top-Exports-to-US-2024-25-370x370.jpg 370w, https:\/\/www.exportgenius.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Indias-Top-Exports-to-US-2024-25-120x120.jpg 120w, https:\/\/www.exportgenius.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Indias-Top-Exports-to-US-2024-25-865x865.jpg 865w, https:\/\/www.exportgenius.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Indias-Top-Exports-to-US-2024-25-642x642.jpg 642w, https:\/\/www.exportgenius.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Indias-Top-Exports-to-US-2024-25-160x160.jpg 160w, https:\/\/www.exportgenius.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Indias-Top-Exports-to-US-2024-25-80x80.jpg 80w, https:\/\/www.exportgenius.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Indias-Top-Exports-to-US-2024-25-600x600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.exportgenius.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Indias-Top-Exports-to-US-2024-25.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Product<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>2024<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>2025 (Till Q3)<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Electrical Machinery &amp; Equipment<\/td><td>80<\/td><td>17<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Pearls &amp; Precious Stones<\/td><td>12<\/td><td>4<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Pharma Products<\/td><td>9<\/td><td>7<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Nuclear Reactors, Boilers, Machinery, etc.<\/td><td>8<\/td><td>3<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Mineral Fuels &amp; Oils<\/td><td>6<\/td><td>3<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Articles of Iron &amp; Steel<\/td><td>4<\/td><td>1<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Other Made-up Textile Articles<\/td><td>2<\/td><td>1<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Vehicles Other Than Railway or Tramway<\/td><td>2<\/td><td>1<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Organic Chemicals<\/td><td>2<\/td><td>1<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Not Knitted or Crocheted Apparel &amp; Clothing<\/td><td>2<\/td><td>1<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>*****Value USD Billion<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These industries rely heavily on the US market, making them particularly sensitive to trade policy shifts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"us-india-strategic-partnership-key-overview\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>US\u2013India Strategic Partnership: Key Overview<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.exportgenius.in\/blog\/india-us-push-ahead-with-trade-deal-amid-ongoing-tariff-frictions-815.php\">US\u2013India Strategic Partnership<\/a><\/strong> is a multi-dimensional relationship built on shared democratic values, economic interests, and regional security goals. Here are the core pillars and current dynamics:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><em>Defense &amp; Security Cooperation<\/em><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>India is a Major Defense Partner of the U.S. Strong collaboration through Quad (US\u2013India\u2013Japan\u2013Australia) to ensure a free and open Indo-Pacific. Growing defense trade, joint military exercises (e.g., Malabar, Yudh Abhyas), and technology sharing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><em>Trade &amp; Economic Ties<\/em><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The U.S. is one of India\u2019s largest trading partners. Key sectors: IT services, pharmaceuticals, engineering goods, electronics, and energy. Ongoing friction over tariffs, market access, and trade imbalances, but long-term growth potential remains strong.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><em>Energy &amp; Climate Cooperation<\/em><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Collaboration on clean energy, renewables, and LNG trade. India\u2019s purchase of Russian oil has recently emerged as a sensitive issue, linking energy choices to trade and diplomacy. Joint initiatives on climate finance and green technology.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><em>Technology &amp; Innovation<\/em><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Strategic focus on semiconductors, AI, critical minerals, 5G\/6G, and space. The India\u2013US Initiative on Critical and Emerging Technology (iCET) strengthens supply chain resilience and innovation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><em>Geopolitical Alignment (with Strategic Autonomy)<\/em><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Shared concerns over China\u2019s influence in the Indo-Pacific. India maintains strategic autonomy, balancing ties with Russia while deepening U.S. engagement. Differences exist, but dialogue channels remain active.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><em>People-to-People Ties<\/em><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Over 4.5 million Indian-origin people in the U.S.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Strong links via education, startups, skilled migration (H-1B visas), and cultural exchange.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"impact-on-supply-chains-and-global-sourcing\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Impact on Supply Chains and Global Sourcing<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Tariffs often lead to supply chain realignment. In response to higher duties, US buyers may:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Diversify sourcing to countries like Vietnam, Mexico, or Eastern Europe<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Increase nearshoring to reduce geopolitical risk<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Renegotiate long-term supplier agreements<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>On the other hand, Indian exporters may accelerate efforts to expand into Europe, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/asean.org\/\">ASEAN<\/a><\/strong>, Africa, and the Middle East to reduce reliance on the US market.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"strategic-challenges-for-india\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Strategic Challenges for India<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>India faces a delicate balancing act:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Ensuring affordable and reliable energy supplies<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Preserving strategic and economic ties with the US<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Maintaining export competitiveness in key markets<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>While a full-scale trade confrontation appears unlikely, selective tariffs or stricter trade scrutiny could still impact export growth\u2014especially for small and mid-sized businesses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"broader-global-trade-consequences\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Broader Global Trade Consequences<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Trump\u2019s tariff warning highlights a larger trend in global trade:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Geopolitics increasingly influencing trade policy<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Energy security becoming a strategic trade issue<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tariffs being used as leverage rather than protection alone<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Such developments add volatility to global markets and reinforce the need for diversification and resilience in trade strategies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"what-businesses-should-watch-closely\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What Businesses Should Watch Closely<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To navigate the evolving situation, exporters and importers should:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Track shifts in trade volumes and buyer behavior<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Monitor policy developments and tariff announcements<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Explore alternative sourcing and export markets<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Review pricing, margins, and contract terms<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Early adaptation often determines which companies can withstand trade disruptions and which struggle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"conclusion\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Trump\u2019s tariff warning over India\u2019s Russian oil purchases serves as a reminder that global trade is no longer driven solely by economics. Political strategy, energy security, and diplomacy now play an equally important role.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While the final outcome remains uncertain, the potential impact on India\u2013US trade is significant enough for businesses and policymakers to stay alert. In an era of rapid geopolitical shifts, preparedness and diversification remain the strongest safeguards against trade disruption. Stay informed about India Russian oil imports 2026 and grab market opportunities with Export Genius global import export trade data.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Key Highlights Global trade dynamics are once again under scrutiny due to two reasons \u2013 1. Trump\u2019s threat to impose new tariffs on India, if New Delhi does not meet Washington\u2019s demand to curb purchases of Russian oil and 2. U.S. attacks on Venezuela. 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