"After Trump started the tariff war, the Indian military stated: 'Suspend purchasing US-made P-8I anti-submarine aircraft!' On August 6 local time, India said that the Indian military has suspended the purchase of six US-made P-8I Poseidon anti-submarine patrol aircraft for the Indian Navy. The main reason is to retaliate against Trump's significant increase in tariffs on India due to India buying Russian oil. This time, it is reported that the Indian military took a very firm stance, suspending the purchase of US-made P-8I Poseidon anti-submarine patrol aircraft. The Indian military mentioned that the US tariffs have increased from 25% to 50%. According to India's statement, this move by the Indian military occurred amid heightened tensions caused by the new US tariffs. According to Indian reports, the six US-made P-8I Poseidon anti-submarine patrol aircraft are worth $3.6 billion and are currently facing a re-evaluation by the Indian military. The decision made by the Indian military and the Ministry of Defense shows the attitude of the Indian military, supporting Prime Minister Modi and the Indian authorities, continuing the tariff war with the United States. However, this is pressure from the Indian military. If the Indian Navy wants to procure anti-submarine patrol aircraft, from a global perspective, only the US P-8I anti-submarine aircraft is available, whether it comes to delivery volume, delivery time, the Indian Navy's usage plan, and logistics support, it is the most suitable model. The Indian military has no better choice and cannot develop it on its own. Now, it all depends on what President Trump will do. If he continues the tariff war with India, India's retaliation will be more and more severe."
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