Trump Spares India, Targets China: 100% Tariff Threat in New Push Against Russia’s Allies

Trump Spares India, Targets China: 100% Tariff Threat in New Push Against Russia’s Allies

Donald Trump has shifted his tariff war, sparing India after months of criticism and targeting China with threats of 50–100% duties for its Russian oil purchases. The recalibration reflects Washington’s need to keep India from aligning further with Moscow and Beijing, while pressuring China as the key enabler of Vladimir Putin.

Trump Warns: ‘Can Destroy China but Want Great Ties’ Amid Tariff Threats on China, 50% Duty Warning for India

Trump Warns: ‘Can Destroy China but Want Great Ties’ Amid Tariff Threats on China, 50% Duty Warning for India

Donald Trump warned that the US holds “incredible cards” that could “destroy China,” hinting at 200% tariffs on rare earth magnets. Despite trade tensions, he promised a “great relationship” with Beijing while India faces 50% tariff hikes over Russian oil imports.