Power Shift

US Eases Sanctions, Allows India to Buy Russian Oil Amid Global Supply Concerns

Sourced from 4 publications

  • •The US has temporarily waived sanctions to allow India to purchase Russian oil again.
  • •This decision comes amid concerns over global oil supply and was made under President Trump's administration.
  • •US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent suggested further easing of sanctions might occur to address supply gaps.
  • •This move follows a previous US-India trade deal which involved India stopping Russian oil purchases.
  • •The geopolitical landscape, particularly the Straits of Hormuz situation, influences this decision.

Sources

Why the US says India can buy Russian oil again

dw.com

Why'd The US Temporarily Waive Sanctions On India's Purchase Of Russian Oil?

Zerohedge

Bessent Says US May "Unsanction" More Russian Oil Amid Energy Crisis

Zerohedge

US may 'unsanction' more Russian oil after allowing India to buy: Bessent

Business-standard

Bessent Says US May ‘Unsanction’ More Russia Oil Post India Move

Bloomberg

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