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US President Donald Trump announced a 25% tariff on goods from countries doing business with Iran, effective immediately, increasing pressure on Tehran amid protests. India, a top trade partner of Iran with $1.34 billion in bilateral trade in 2025, is particularly affected.

The tariffs could disrupt Indian exports, raise costs, and impact import prices for key commodities like methanol and dates. Existing US tariffs on Indian goods and purchases of Russian oil further complicate trade dynamics.

India's reliance on Iranian imports could lead to higher domestic prices and economic instability. The geopolitical implications of these tariffs could strain India-US relations.