U.S. Slaps Extra 25% Tariff on India Over Russian Oil Imports

The White House claims the purchases indirectly support Russia’s war effort. India called the move “unjustified” and promised to defend its economic interests.
Analysts warn the tariff could hurt Indian exports, especially in textiles, leather, and engineering goods.
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