MEA Responds to Trump’s Claim on Modi, Russian Oil Deal

MEA Responds to Trump’s Claim on Modi, Russian Oil Deal

Published : Oct 16, 2025, 05:02 PM IST

India’s Ministry of External Affairs clarified its stance on energy imports after Donald Trump claimed PM Modi assured him India would stop buying Russian oil. The MEA stated that India’s energy policy is guided by national interests and consumer protection, rejecting any external pressure. Rahul Gandhi hit out at PM Modi over Trump’s remarks.