India Tightens Compliance on Russian Oil Amid U.S. Sanctions

India demands sanctions-compliant Russian oil shipments as new U.S. restrictions disrupt global energy trade and raise costs.

India, the world's third-largest oil consumer, insists on receiving Russian oil only through non-sanctioned entities and vessels to avoid secondary sanctions by the U.S.
Recent U.S. sanctions targeting Russian oil tankers and supply chains have increased shipping costs and complicated logistics for buyers like India and China.
Russia faces reduced exports, growing oil storage challenges, and potential production cuts as sanctions and Ukrainian drone attacks disrupt operations.
Indian refiners are diversifying supply sources, turning to Middle Eastern oil as Russian crude discounts narrow and logistical hurdles grow.
Russia maintains its energy trade with India, emphasizing economic pragmatism, but acknowledges the need for time to assess the full impact of the latest sanctions.