Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has voiced his support for U.S. President Donald Trump\u2019s decision to increase tariffs on Indian imports to 25% due to India\u2019s continued purchase of Russian oil.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Speaking in an interview with ABC News, Zelensky was asked about the sanctions imposed on India for maintaining energy trade ties with Russia. He responded by saying such measures were necessary as they put significant pressure on Moscow amid the ongoing war in Ukraine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cI believe it is a good idea to impose higher tariffs on countries that continue cooperation with Russia,\u201d Zelensky stated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
On July 30, 2025, President Trump announced the tariff hike on Indian goods, citing India\u2019s persistent energy cooperation with Russia as the reason behind the move.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
However, Zelensky\u2019s comments come just days after Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi revealed that ahead of attending the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) summit\u2014which focuses on politics, economics, and security\u2014he held a phone conversation with Zelensky, assuring him of India\u2019s support for restoring peace in Ukraine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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