United States President Donald J. Trump on Wednesday launched a scathing attack on India and Russia over their growing economic ties, stating bluntly that he “doesn’t care what India does with Russia” and warning former Russian President Dmitry Medvedev to “watch his words.”
In a post made on his Truth Social account, President Trump dismissed concerns about shifting geopolitical alliances, writing:
“I don’t care what India does with Russia. They can take their dead economies down together, for all I care. We have done very little business with India — their Tariffs are too high, among the highest in the World. Likewise, Russia and the USA do almost no business together. Let’s keep it that way.”
Trump also took a direct swipe at Medvedev, saying:
“Tell Medvedev, the failed former President of Russia, who thinks he’s still President, to watch his words. He’s entering very dangerous territory!”
The remarks come amid rising tensions between the U.S. and Russia, and growing criticism from Western leaders over India’s ongoing energy and trade partnerships with Moscow, particularly in the wake of global sanctions following Russia’s military actions in Eastern Europe and Central Asia.
Trump’s post appeared to be in response to recent comments reportedly made by Medvedev, who has remained an outspoken critic of U.S. foreign policy since leaving the presidency and now serves as deputy chairman of Russia’s Security Council.
The comments have sparked a wave of diplomatic speculation, as India has steadily increased its trade with Russia, particularly in oil and defense, despite Western pressure. The Trump administration has previously criticized India’s tariff policies and called for greater “reciprocity” in U.S.-India trade relations.
Political analysts say Trump’s post could signal a hardening U.S. position on India’s neutrality and expanding relations with Moscow. The Biden administration — before Trump’s reelection in 2024 — had tried to balance strategic interests with India, viewing it as a key Indo-Pacific partner amid growing Chinese influence.
There has been no official response yet from New Delhi or the Kremlin, but Trump’s latest remarks are likely to test diplomatic waters as Washington navigates complex international partnerships in an increasingly divided global order.
Critics of the president have already condemned the tone of the post, warning that such rhetoric could alienate critical partners and complicate America’s long-term strategic goals.
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