Russia is not getting ready for peace, it is moving troops for new offensives
'On the contrary, they are moving their troops and forces in such a way as to launch new offensive operations,' he said in an evening address, citing a report from Ukraine's intelligence.
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- Hindustan Times
India holds firm in US trade talks, eyes EU pact amid tariff tensions
In a key meeting of the Parliamentary Committee on Foreign Affairs, the Foreign Secretary and the Commerce Secretary briefed members on India-US relations and ongoing trade negotiations, sources said on Monday Regarding the upcoming US delegation visit for trade negotiations, the government indicated there is no change in schedule.(REUTERS) The government outlined three categories under which the US has been imposing tariffs. The issues included Global Tariffs - measures applied to all countries, not just India, sector-specific tariffs - designed to attract certain industries to the US, such as automobiles, leather, and textiles and revenue-oriented tariffs - targeting sectors like agriculture and oil for revenue generation. Officials stressed that negotiations with the US are continuing, but India will not compromise in the agriculture and dairy sectors. The government is actively assessing the impact of tariffs in consultation with stakeholders, including exporters, and is exploring alternative trade partnerships. Talks on trade agreements with the EU are being expedited, and new agreements with other countries are also under consideration. On broader ties, the government noted that India-US relations remain strong beyond trade. Recent developments include resolutions passed at the UN Security Council and the QUAD on the Pahalgam attacks, the extradition of Tahawwur Rana from the US, and the designation of TRF as a terrorist organisation. There has been no India-US dialogue regarding Pakistan in the current trade discussions. Committee Chairperson Shashi Tharoor confirmed that around 50 questions were raised in the meeting. He reiterated that trade is only one dimension of the India-US partnership. On Pakistan Army Chief Asim Munir's nuclear threat remark, the government stated that such statements are unacceptable, especially when made from the soil of a friendly country. Regarding the upcoming US delegation visit for trade negotiations, the government indicated there is no change in schedule. On whether the nuclear threat issue would be raised with Washington, officials deferred to the Foreign Secretary but affirmed that such rhetoric is unwelcome. Commenting on Prime Minister Narendra Modi's talks with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy following his conversation with Russian President Vladimir Putin, the government noted that if the war ends, 25 per cent of existing tariffs--imposed due to India's purchase of Russian oil--would be lifted. However, India remains focused on addressing the remaining 25 per cent tariff impact.
Mint
an hour ago
- Mint
Ukraine may freeze frontline, let Russia keep occupied territories in European-backed peace plan: Report
Ukraine may agree to halt fighting and accept Russian control over some of the territory Moscow currently occupies as part of a European-backed peace proposal, according to a report by The Telegraph. This plan envisages freezing the front lines in their current state, effectively allowing Russia to retain control over areas including Luhansk, Donetsk, Zaporizhzhia, Kherson, and Crimea. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has told European leaders that any peace settlement proposed by US President Donald Trump must not include additional Ukrainian territorial concessions beyond what Russia already occupies. However, Zelensky signaled openness to freezing the frontline at its current position. The news outlet quotes a Western official describing the intense diplomatic efforts ahead of the anticipated Trump-Putin talks in Alaska this Friday: 'The plan can only be related to the current positions held by the militaries.' European capitals have expressed growing concern that Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin could negotiate an end to the war without adequately consulting Kyiv. Poland's Prime Minister, Donald Tusk, said on Monday, 'I have many fears and a lot of hope,' adding that US officials pledged to consult European leaders before the Alaska summit. Tusk underscored Europe's firm stance on Ukraine's territorial integrity: 'For Poland and our partners, it is clear that state borders cannot be changed by force. Russia's war with Ukraine must not bring benefits to the aggressor.' European diplomats remain wary of any peace plan Moscow endorses. The Telegraph notes that a peace proposal backed by Russia involves freezing front lines in southeastern Ukraine but requires Kyiv to withdraw from areas of Donetsk and Luhansk it currently controls. According to a report by the Washington-based Institute for the Study of War cited by then news publication, Russia continues to seek the 'full capitulation' of Kyiv, including blocking Ukraine's NATO membership and enforcing demilitarization. European leaders have rallied behind Ukraine's vision for a peace settlement that includes strong security guarantees such as weapons deliveries and a clear path to NATO membership. French President Emmanuel Macron and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz also voiced strong opposition to territorial concessions during weekend statements, reinforcing the hardline European stance. In a joint declaration, the leaders of the European Commission, France, Italy, the UK, Poland, and Finland said, 'The current line of contact should be the starting point of negotiations,' according to the news report.
India Today
an hour ago
- India Today
Tariffs on India's oil imports big blow to Moscow, says Trump ahead of Alaska talks
Ahead of his meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin next week in Alaska, US President Donald Trump on Monday claimed that US tariffs on India for buying Russian oil have delivered a "big blow" to Moscow's economy, calling New Delhi one of Russia's "largest or second-largest oil buyers."Speaking at a White House press conference, Trump said Russia's economy was "not doing well" and had been "very well disturbed" by the combined effect of American trade duties and global think Russia has to get back into building their country. It's a massive country... They have tremendous potential in Russia to do well," he said. "They're not doing well right now because it's been very well disturbed by this," news agency PTI quoted him as saying. The president pointed directly to India's energy purchases from Russia as a pressure point. "Doesn't help when the President of the United States tells their largest or second-largest oil buyer that we're putting a 50% tariff on you if you buy oil from Russia. That was a big blow," Trump said, in an apparent reference to India. Trump administration has imposed 25% reciprocal tariffs on India, plus an additional 25% levy on its purchases of Russian oil -- a total 50% tariff. India strongly condemned the tariff hike, calling it "unfair, unjustified and unreasonable."TRUMP, PUTIN TO MEET IN ALASKA FOR PEACE TALKSThe US president confirmed that he will meet Russian President Vladimir Putin in Alaska on Friday. "I thought it was very respectful that the President of Russia is coming to our country, as opposed to us going to his country or even a third-party place. But I think we'll have constructive conversations," he said.#WATCH | Washington, DC | On Russia-Ukraine war and meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin, US President Donald Trump says, "This could have been a third world war... I thought it was very respectful that the president of Russia is coming to our country, as opposed to us ANI (@ANI) August 11, 2025He added that he plans to engage with European leaders after the meeting and wants to facilitate talks between Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr also claimed that he has solved five wars so far in his second term in the White House and again claimed he stopped the conflict between India and Pakistan. However, India has repeatedly said the ceasefire understanding with Pakistan was reached after direct talks between the Directors General of Military Operations of both militaries.- EndsWith inputs from agenciesTune InMust Watch
