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Trump Aide Peter Navarro Faces Backlash Over India Remarks

Peter Navarro has faced criticism from India for his comments on its Russian oil purchases, labeling the country the 'Maharaja of tariffs.'

12 August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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Peter Navarro, a former aide to Donald Trump, has criticized India's trade policies, particularly regarding its purchases of Russian oil, which he claims help fund Russia's military operations in Ukraine.

Navarro referred to India as the 'Maharaja of tariffs' and stated he received considerable backlash for his remarks, describing the response as feeling 'firebombed.' His comments have sparked controversy and discussions over India's trade practices and their implications in the ongoing conflict.

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