The White House reiterated that India is cutting down on Russian oil imports following a request from U.S. President Donald Trump. Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said on Thursday that Trump is “increasingly frustrated” over the lack of progress in ending the Russia-Ukraine war. India, however, denied any such agreement, maintaining that its energy policy prioritizes consumer interests and supply stability.

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• White House claims India scaling back Russian oil imports after Trump’s request.

• Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt cited new U.S. sanctions on Russian oil firms Rosneft and Lukoil.

• India rejects claim, says focus remains on affordable, secure energy supplies.

• Trump imposed 50% tariffs on Indian goods while urging diversification of energy imports.

• Leavitt says Trump “frustrated” with lack of progress on Russia-Ukraine peace deal.

• U.S. claims China also reducing Russian oil purchases under new sanctions.

• Planned Trump-Putin meeting postponed after Russia rejected U.S. ceasefire proposal.

• White House says meeting still possible if it yields a “tangible positive outcome.”

• Putin calls sanctions an “unfriendly move” that won’t affect Russia’s economy.

• Moscow accuses U.S. of using sanctions as political pressure, vows not to yield under pressure.