Updated On: 05 January, 2026 01:10 PM IST | Washington | mid-day online correspondent
Speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One on Sunday (local time), Trump said it was important for India to address his concerns regarding Russian oil imports. The recent US strike on Venezuela has once again pushed oil to the centre of global geopolitics

The remarks come weeks after Donald Trump (right) and PM Modi held a conversation in which they emphasised the need to sustain momentum in bilateral trade ties. File pic
US President Donald Trump issued a fresh warning to India, saying Washington could raise tariffs if New Delhi continues importing Russian oil, and added that Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi was aware of his displeasure on the matter, news agency ANI reported.
Speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One on Sunday (local time), Trump said it was important for India to address his concerns regarding Russian oil imports.