Trump and Modi to Fix Russia Sanctions Mess, Kremlin Still Waiting for the Meeting Invite.

A fresh diplomatic challenge between India and the United States over New Delhi purchase of Russian oil could ultimately be addressed through direct discussions between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and U.S. President Donald Trump, according to a senior White House adviser. White House Trade Adviser Peter Navarro said on Tuesday that Mr. Trump and Mr. Modi would resolve the issue arising from Washington threat of imposing tariffs on countries that continue to purchase Russian oil. The comments come amid growing pressure from the United States over purchases of Russian crude. Washington has argued that revenues from such trade help finance Russia war in Ukraine, putting countries that remain major buyers of Russian oil under increased scrutiny. The U.S. Senate has also passed a Bill authorising the President to impose tariffs of up to 100% on the top five purchasers of Russian oil. If implemented, such measures could have significant consequences for countries heavily dependent on Russian crude. India has emerged as one of the major buyers of Russian oil since the beginning of the Ukraine conflict, with discounted Russian crude becoming an important part of its energy-import strategy. New Delhi has consistently maintained that its energy decisions are guided by national interests, energy security and market conditions. The latest remarks from Washington therefore point towards diplomacy rather than an immediate escalation, although the exact terms of any possible understanding remain unclear. The dispute also highlights the difficult balance India faces between maintaining strong ties with Washington and protecting its energy interests. For the United States, meanwhile, pressure on Russian oil buyers remains part of its broader effort to restrict Moscow revenues linked to the Ukraine war. Whether Trump and Modi can reach an arrangement acceptable to both sides will depend on how Washington tariff proposals evolve and how India responds to the pressure over its Russian oil purchase. For now, the White House adviser comments suggest that direct political engagement could play a central role in determining the next phase of the dispute.