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India's Oil Secret: Why It's Ditching Russian Crude for the Middle East Amidst Sanctions Shock!

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Published on 21st November 2025, 3:28 PM

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Aditi Singh | Whalesbook News Team

Overview

India is increasingly shifting its crude oil imports from Russia to the Middle East as US sanctions on Russian oil firms create logistical challenges. This move aims to ensure energy security despite political messaging remaining broad, with experts noting that India's import bill is unlikely to rise significantly due to ample global supply and previously narrowing Russian discounts.