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Trump announces 25% tariff on India starting Aug. 1, unspecified penalties for buying Russian energy

Jul 30, 2025, 5:24 AM | Updated: 6:10 am

President Donald Trump, front right, gestures as he walks down the stairs of Air Force One with his...

President Donald Trump, front right, gestures as he walks down the stairs of Air Force One with his grandchildren, Spencer, left, and Chloe, back center, upon his arrival at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Tuesday, July 29, 2025. (AP Photo/Luis M. Alvarez)
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WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump on Wednesday announced 25% tariff on India starting Aug. 1, plus unspecified penalties for continuing to buy Russian energy.

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Trump announces 25% tariff on India starting Aug. 1, unspecified penalties for buying Russian energy