India Defends Energy Policy After Trump Claims Modi Promised to Stop Russian Oil Purchases

Oct 16, 2025 01:52 pm CST

India has responded to US President Trump's claim that PM Modi promised to stop buying Russian oil by reaffirming its energy policy focuses on consumer interests and supply security. The MEA emphasized that India's import decisions are guided by market conditions and the need for diversified energy sources, while negotiations with the US on expanding energy cooperation continue.