Donald Trump has threatened to impose substantial tariffs on India for continuing to purchase Russian oil, despite criticism from within his own party. Nikki Haley cautioned against harming relations with India while seemingly giving China a pass. India has defended its oil imports, citing diverted traditional supplies and pointing out that other nations also trade with Russia.
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