India pushes back against Trump pressure: Russia crude imports rise to $3.4 bn, close to China’s $3.64 bn; EU buys fossil fuels too

In August, India’s Russian crude oil imports neared China’s, reaching €2.9 billion. The US has pressured India to reduce these purchases, even imposing tariffs on Indian exports. Despite this, India defends its position, highlighting that China, the EU, and others continue to import substantial amounts of Russian energy.