India Turns Back to Russian Oil as Strait of Hormuz Crisis Disrupts Global Energy Routes
Supply shocks in the Middle East and rising crude prices push India to reconsider Russian oil imports despite months of US pressure In global energy markets, geopolitics often shapes the direction of supply more than economics alone. India now finds itself navigating precisely such a moment, as tensions in the
India’s Smart Oil Diplomacy: No US ‘Permission’ Needed, Modi Govt Prioritizes National Interests
India’s energy security remains rock-solid under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership, with Russian oil imports hitting record highs despite global pressures. In February 2026 alone, Russia topped the list as India’s largest crude oil supplier, outpacing Saudi Arabia, Iraq, and Kuwait. This isn’t by chance—it’s a deliberate strategy to secure
US Tariff Ruling Eases Pressure on India’s Russian Oil Imports
A recent US Supreme Court ruling striking down President Trump’s “Liberation Day” tariff has reduced leverage on India over its Russian crude purchases, offering trade relief amid ongoing negotiations. Tariff Background Trump imposed 50% tariffs on Indian goods last year, including a 25% punitive add-on for India’s 1.5 million barrels
India Stands Firm: No Change in Russian Oil Policy Despite US Pressure – Moscow Confirms
India continues its pragmatic approach to energy imports from Russia, prioritizing economic stability amid global geopolitical shifts. Moscow’s reassurance highlights the resilience of bilateral ties in the oil trade. Russia’s Strong Denial Russia’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova firmly rejected US claims that India would alter its Russian oil purchases,
