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The Quantum Trade Deal: India Both Quits and Keeps Russian Oil

4 February 2026 - Washington-Delhi Corridor

Record date
4 Feb 2026
Location
Washington-Delhi Corridor
The odd part

A $500 billion deal where only one side knows what was actually agreed upon.

What happened

In a display of 'Schrödinger’s Diplomacy,' President Trump announced a massive trade deal where India allegedly agreed to stop buying Russian oil in exchange for reduced US tariffs. While the White House is celebrating, the Indian government has maintained a 'zen-like' silence, and Moscow claims the oil is still flowing. It is the first time in history a global trade policy is being managed via 'he-said, she-said' social media posts while the actual commerce department looks for the mute button.

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