Putin's Bold Signal Before Trump Meet, Russia 'Beats' Mideast Nation In High-Stakes Drone Arms Race
Indian Defence Ministry officials have denied media reports claiming it paused US weapons deals in response to steep tariffs imposed by former US President Donald Trump. The Defence Ministry called the claims 'false and fabricated,' adding that procurement processes are proceeding as per standard procedures. It also clarified that Defence Minister Rajnath Singh's visit to Washington was never finalized, countering reports that it had been cancelled. Meanwhile, Indian refiners are reportedly pulling back from spot purchases of Russian crude amid tariff-related pressure. However, the government has issued no formal directive, and key oil cargoes from Russia are still expected to arrive as planned.#indiausrelations #defencedeals #ustariffs #rajnathsingh #russiaoil #trade #indianeconomy #geopolitics #modigovernment #defenceprocurement #toi #toibharat
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