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India Sticks with Discounted Russian Oil Despite US Pressure

8/16/2025

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President Trump stated that Russia lost India as a key oil client due to US tariffs but may postpone additional sanctions.
Indian Oil Corporation continues to buy Russian oil for economic reasons despite US influence.
In 2022, India emerged as the largest importer of Russian crude, with potential import halts likely to increase costs.
While Iraq and Saudi Arabia are alternative suppliers, discounted Russian crude remains attractive to Indian refiners.

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Story summary

President Trump stated that Russia lost India as a key oil client due to US tariffs but may postpone additional sanctions.
Indian Oil Corporation continues to buy Russian oil for economic reasons despite US influence.
In 2022, India emerged as the largest importer of Russian crude, with potential import halts likely to increase costs.
While Iraq and Saudi Arabia are alternative suppliers, discounted Russian crude remains attractive to Indian refiners.