'India not going to buy Russian oil anymore': Trump repeats claim during meeting with Zelensky

President Donald Trump met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in Washington on Friday for crucial talks about the ongoing war in Ukraine. During their bilateral lunch meeting, Trump repeated a striking claim he made earlier in the week: that India has pledged to stop purchasing Russian oil.

The assertion came just two days after Trump first stated that Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi had "assured" him of this decision during their recent interactions. "India is not going to buy Russian oil anymore," Trump told reporters, reinforcing his Wednesday's statement that Modi had given him a personal commitment on the matter.

India has historically been one of Russia's key oil buyers, maintaining energy trade ties despite international sanctions. If confirmed, such a policy shift would represent a significant geopolitical realignment for both nations and could impact global energy markets.

The two presidents' meeting focused on military support for Ukraine as the conflict enters its third year. While Trump emphasized his commitment to peace through strength, Zelensky sought continued security assistance from the United States.

Neither Indian officials nor the Modi government have directly confirmed Trump's assertions, leaving the international community to await official statements from New Delhi about its energy import policies.