Russian Minister: US Sanctions Won't Impact India's Oil Trade

Feb 12, 2025 Komal Das

Russia's Pavel Sorokin said new US sanctions won't impact India's oil trade, calling them "illegal"

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The sanctions target Russian oil producers and vessels to limit exports and funding for the war in Ukraine

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India has become a major buyer of Russian oil since the Ukraine invasion, despite concerns over US sanctions

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Russian Minister Sorokin stated that energy trade with India will continue legally, without political hindrance

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US sanctions are pushing India to reduce Russian oil imports and seek alternatives from the Middle East

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Sorokin stated that Russia will continue supplying energy despite sanctions, calling them illegal and harmful to the global economy

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