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**White House Accuses India of ‘Financing’ Ukraine War Through Russian Oil Purchases**

**WASHINGTON, D.C. – August 4, 2025** – A top aide to U.S. President Donald Trump has sharply criticized India for continuing to purchase oil from Russia, accusing the nation of effectively financing the ongoing war in Ukraine.

Stephen Miller, White House Deputy Chief of Staff, stated on Sunday that India’s continued oil purchases from Moscow were “not acceptable.” He emphasized the Trump administration’s growing concern over India’s economic ties with Russia, claiming India is “basically tied with China” in the amount of Russian oil purchased.

“People will be shocked to learn that India is basically tied with China in purchasing Russian oil. That’s an astonishing fact,” Miller said on Fox News.

The criticism follows President Trump’s increasing pressure on New Delhi to cease buying Russian oil. A 25% tariff on Indian products went into effect Friday as a result of its purchases of military equipment and energy from Russia. Trump has also threatened 100% tariffs on U.S. imports from countries that buy Russian oil unless Moscow reaches a major peace deal with Ukraine.

Indian government sources, speaking to Reuters on Saturday, indicated that New Delhi intends to continue purchasing oil from Moscow despite the U.S. pressure.

While acknowledging the strong relationship between President Trump and Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Mr. Miller’s comments represent a significant escalation in the U.S.’s stance towards one of its key partners in the Indo-Pacific region.

The Indian Embassy in Washington has not yet responded to requests for comment.

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