The Kremlin commented on Tuesday that Trump's comments were "attempts to force countries to stop trade relations with Russia."

India has sharply criticised the United States and the European Union, saying it is being unfairly singled out by them over its Russian oil purchases when they both trade extensively with Moscow despite the war in Ukraine.

US President Donald Trump on Monday specifically threatened India with higher tariffs, prompting New Delhi to brand any potential move 'unjustified and unreasonable'.