October 16, 2025

In a hot and surprising twist, the US President recently claimed that India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi had promised to stop buying oil from Russia. This statement caught many off guard, sending waves through political circles. However, the Indian government quickly shot down this claim, saying the two leaders had no such phone conversation at all. Why all this confusion? Buying Russian oil has been a sensitive topic, especially with global tensions rising. The US has been pushing countries to cut ties with Russia, aiming to tighten the economic noose. When the US President made his claim, it seemed like a big win for him and a big change for India. But then came India’s official denial, saying, “There was no such phone call between the Prime Minister and the US President on this matter.” This leaves everyone wondering: Is it a simple misunderstanding or a subtle diplomatic dance? The sharp denial shows India is keen to keep things clear and balanced, especially since it imports oil from multiple sources including Russia. Meanwhile, the US wants to show it’s winning the battle against Russian oil trade. This back-and-forth is a classic example of international politics mixing promises and statements, leaving the world watching closely. For now, the truth lies somewhere in the middle, but one thing is clear — both countries are carefully managing their words and relations amid global pressures.

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