The American Jewish Committee criticized US officials for blaming India for its purchase of Russian oil amid the Ukraine conflict, asserting that India is not responsible for the war and should be recognized as a strategic partner. They emphasized the need to reset US-India relations, especially in light of unjustified tariffs imposed by the Trump administration on Indian imports, which have strained bilateral ties. The Committee highlighted India’s crucial role in Great Power competition and pointed out the inconsistency in targeting India while overlooking larger buyers like China. Overall, the commentary underscores the importance of maintaining positive relations between the US and India.