Russian oil exports
Putin Challenges US on Russian Fuel Sales: "If US Can Buy Our Fuel, Why Can't India?" During State Visit
Dec 05, 2025 10:50 am CST
During his state visit to India, Russian President Vladimir Putin questioned US pressure on India's Russian fuel purchases, highlighting American hypocrisy as the US continues to buy Russian nuclear fuel. The visit aims to strengthen Russia-India trade relations beyond energy and defense sectors, targeting $100 billion in bilateral trade by 2030, despite US tariffs and sanctions pressure.
Ukraine Strikes Russian Shadow Fleet Oil Tankers with Naval Drones in Black Sea
Nov 29, 2025 08:25 pm CST
A Russian oil tanker named Virat was struck twice by Ukrainian unmanned naval drones in the Black Sea, causing damage and disrupting Russia's sanctions-evading "shadow fleet" operations. Ukraine's security service confirmed the attack was a joint operation by the SBU and Ukrainian navy using modernized Sea Baby naval drones, targeting vessels potentially transporting oil worth $70 million.
Russian Oil Tanker Reverses Course in Baltic Sea Following US Sanctions: Impact on India-Russia Oil Trade
Oct 29, 2025 09:56 pm CST
An India-bound tanker carrying Russian crude oil has made a U-turn in the Baltic Sea following recent US sanctions on Russian oil giants Rosneft and Lukoil, signaling potential major disruptions in the oil trade between Russia and India. The vessel Furia, loaded with 730,000 barrels of Urals crude, is now idling at sea as Indian refiners reassess their Russian oil purchases amid tightening international restrictions.
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.
EU's Strategic Initiative to Counter Russia's Shadow Fleet: Enhanced Maritime Inspections and International Cooperation
Oct 20, 2025 09:27 pm CST
The European Union is developing new strategies to enhance member states' authority to inspect Russia's "shadow fleet" of oil tankers that circumvent sanctions. With estimates of 600-1,400 vessels in operation, the EU is proposing agreements with flag states for pre-authorized inspections, while balancing enforcement needs with potential global maritime precedents.
Taiwan Becomes World's Largest Russian Naphtha Importer Despite Ukraine Alliance and US Ties
Oct 01, 2025 06:01 pm CST
Taiwan has emerged as the world's biggest importer of Russian naphtha, a crucial petroleum derivative for semiconductor manufacturing, importing $1.3 billion worth in early 2025 despite declaring itself a Ukraine ally. This comes as the US imposes tariffs on India, the second-largest importer of Russian petroleum products, raising questions about Taiwan's strategic relationships with both Russia and the United States.