New York [US], September 24 (ANI): Dhruva Jaishankar, Executive Director of the Observer Research Foundation America, has refuted US President Donald Trump's claims that India is funding the Russia-Ukraine war through its continued purchase of Russian oil. He emphasised that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been one of the most vocal leaders calling for an end to the conflict. AdvertisementSpeaking to ANI, Jaishankar said India's oil purchases help stabilise global prices while prioritising national energy security. AdvertisementThe remarks come after President Trump accused China and India of being the "primary funders" of the Ukraine war due to their purchase of Russian oil. A few days later, he imposed an additional 25 per cent tariff, bringing the total to 50 per cent, citing India's continued imports of Russian oil.