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.