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India buys oil for itself, not to help Moscow: Russian envoy amid US tariff

India Today World Desk · WorldNews · 2026-09-06

India buys oil for itself, not to help Moscow: Russian envoy amid US tariff

India buys oil for itself, not to help Moscow: Russian envoy amid US tariff threat. New Delhi sharply increased imports of discounted Russian crude after the Ukraine war began in 2022. Russia is prepared to supply "as much oil as India needs", says Denis Alipov. India has consistently defended its right to secure affordable energy for its population. The issue has become particularly sensitive as Washington weighs tougher measures against major buyers of Russian energy.

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