Russia Affirms India's Sovereign Right to Purchase Oil From Beneficial Sources Despite US Sanctions

Dec 08, 2025 09:49 pm CST

The Kremlin has defended India's right to purchase Russian oil based on economic benefits, despite increasing US tariffs. Following the Putin-Modi summit in New Delhi, Russian officials expressed confidence that India will continue prioritizing its economic interests in energy procurement, while offering assurance that Moscow will remain a reliable supplier despite Western pressure.