India has firmly pushed back against US President Donald Trump’s claim that it promised to stop buying Russian oil. The country stated its energy import decisions are guided by domestic consumer interests, not foreign pressure.

Responding to Trump’s remarks, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said ensuring stable prices and secure supplies remains central to India’s energy policy. This involves diversifying sources to meet market needs.

The clarification came after Trump told reporters on 15th October that Prime Minister Narendra Modi had assured him India would halt Russian oil purchases. This was a statement the MEA neither confirmed nor denied.

MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal noted that India and the US have been steadily expanding energy cooperation over the past decade. Talks have been continuing under the current administration. India has already imported around $8 billion worth of energy from the US this year. This marks a 60% increase from last year. Total imports are expected to reach $12–13 billion by the end of 2025.

Meanwhile, Russia reaffirmed its role as India’s “most reliable energy partner.” Ambassador Denis Alipov commended India for prioritizing affordable energy access amid global trade tensions and Western criticism over Russian oil imports.

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