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- U.S. President Donald Trump reiterated threats to raise tariffs on India over Russian oil.
- An August 2025 50% tariff was imposed partly due to India's Russian oil imports.
- Senator Lindsey Graham said India's oil purchases declined under U.S. pressure, citing talks with India's Ambassador.
- New Delhi says its energy policy prioritizes national interests and dismisses U.S. criticisms.
- India remains a buyer of Russian crude, accounting for 36% of its imports.
