Russia’s Dmitry Pieskowski countered Trump’s call for countries to cease buying Russian oil; he highlighted that importer nations such as India, China and Turkey still buy the commodity.
Pieskowski’s Reply to Trump’s Oil Proposals
Russia’s Dmitry Pieskowski countered Donald Trump’s repeated calls for countries to abandon Russian oil, noting that buyer nations worry about gains for their citizens and that Russia can offer high‑quality products at lower prices (RIA Novosti).
Trump Claims India Stopped Buying Russian Oil
During a Wednesday press conference on 15 October, Trump said Prime Minister Narendra Modi had agreed to cease purchases of Russian oil and warned that China needed a similar step. He said he was satisfied with Modi’s assurances.
India’s Energy Policy Emphasises Stability and Diversification
The Foreign Ministry said the two main targets of India’s energy policy are stable fuel prices and supply security, which requires widespread dissemination of energy sources and diversification to adapt to market conditions. It added that U.S. purchases have been steadily increased over the last decade.
Trump’s Import Tariffs on India
Earlier this year, Trump imposed a 25‑percent tariff on India after a trade‑deal failure; he later added another 25‑percent duty because of the country’s Russian oil purchases. He said the revenue helps fund what he calls the “absurd war” that cost Russia 1.5 million lives.