When asked in an interview by ANI, "if there is a lack of bilateral consensus on Russian oil or on defence matters, doesn't that impact the trade deal? When further quizzed on how this can be possible, Goyal said, "...The buying of crude oil or LNG, LPG from the US is in India's own strategic interests as we diversify our oil sources. So, the trade deal doesn't discuss who will buy what and from where. The trade deal ensures that the pathway to trade is smooth, ensures preferential access. New Delhi has not announced plans to halt Russian oil imports.

Source: Mint February 08, 2026 18:00 UTC