ADVERTISEMENTUS Secretary of State Marco Rubio said India had committed to halting “additional purchases” of Russian crude beyond agreed volumes, though he did not spell out precise numbers. Also Read Donald Trump targeting India over Russian oil? A sudden halt in Indian purchases could have tightened supply and driven international oil prices sharply higher. After processing the Russian crude, Indian refiners export significant amounts of diesel, petrol and other refined products to Europe, Southeast Asia and beyond. The question now is whether the US move allowing New Delhi to import some Russian oil will be enough to quiet opposition accusations that the Modi government is allowing Washington to influence India’s strategic decision-making.

Source: The Telegraph February 19, 2026 20:14 UTC