New Delhi | October 16,2025 | SKY LINK TIMES
India Rejects Trump’s Statement:
India’s Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has firmly denied claims made by former US President Donald Trump regarding a recent phone call with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Trump had stated that PM Modi had “assured” him India would stop buying oil from Russia, but the MEA clarified that no such telephonic conversation took place.
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MEA Clarifies: ‘No Discussion Between PM Modi and President Trump’
During the ministry’s weekly media briefing on Thursday, MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal addressed the issue, stating:
> “Regarding the comment from the US on the energy issue, we have already issued a statement, which you can refer to. As for the telephonic conversation, I can say that there has been no discussion between the Prime Minister and President Trump.”
The statement directly contradicts Trump’s claim made during a press conference at the White House on Wednesday, where he asserted that PM Modi had personally assured him that India would cease oil imports from Russia.
Trump’s Remarks at White House
At the press event, Trump praised PM Modi, calling him a “great man” and describing India as “an incredible country.” He mentioned the possibility of meeting PM Modi on the sidelines of the upcoming ASEAN Summit in Malaysia, saying,
> “Yeah, sure, he’s a friend of mine. We have a great relationship.”
Trump further added that Modi had “assured” him that India would not continue to buy Russian oil, describing it as an important step toward ending the ongoing conflict involving Russia.
> “Within a short period of time, they will not be buying oil from Russia,” Trump said, adding that such a move would “make it much easier” to bring peace.
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India’s Stand on Russian Oil
India has consistently defended its right to pursue energy imports based on national interest and energy security needs. Officials have reiterated that New Delhi’s oil trade decisions are guided by market realities and energy stability, not external pressure.
The MEA’s categorical denial indicates that Trump’s claim was factually incorrect, aiming to set the record straight amid ongoing diplomatic and trade discussions between the two nations.
US-India Relations and Trade Talks
Interestingly, Trump’s remarks come at a time when India’s trade negotiating team is in Washington for the next round of bilateral discussions. The new US Ambassador to India, Sergio Gor, who attended the White House event, recently met with PM Modi, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, and National Security Advisor Ajit Doval in New Delhi.
While ties between the two nations remain robust, this episode highlights the need for clear communication and accurate diplomatic statements from both sides.
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