US Sanctions on Russian Oil Companies: Impact on Global Markets and India's Energy Security

Oct 23, 2025 05:19 pm CST

The US has imposed significant sanctions on Russia's largest oil companies, Rosneft and Lukoil, in an effort to pressure Vladimir Putin to end the Ukraine war. These measures could substantially impact global energy markets, particularly affecting major Russian oil buyers like India and China. Indian state refiners are now reviewing their Russian oil trade documentation while balancing energy security concerns against international pressure. The sanctions mark a significant escalation in economic measures against Russia's primary revenue source and may reshape global energy trade patterns.