New Delhi (Monitoring Desk): India’s opposition party, Congress, has claimed that revelations from the Epstein Files and US-imposed trade restrictions pressured Prime Minister Narendra Modi into a clear retreat.
According to Congress, India’s recent trade agreement was made under US pressure after President Donald Trump imposed a 25% additional tariff on India for purchasing cheaper Russian oil, leading the Indian government to reduce its Russian oil imports.
Opposition leaders warned that Modi’s move is not just a temporary measure but could have long-term negative effects on India’s economy and diplomatic standing. Trump’s announcements have also highlighted India’s weakened position on the global stage.
Experts say the recent developments raise questions about India’s sovereignty and foreign policy, describing the actions as influenced more by ideological pressure and misleading narratives than by pragmatic considerations.
