Thursday, September 17, 2026 - India has warned that proposed US tariffs targeting countries buying Russian oil could strain relations between New Delhi and Washington.
The US House has passed legislation that could allow tariffs of up to 100% on major Russian-energy buyers, including India and China.
India’s foreign ministry said the country remains focused on energy security and will continue sourcing oil from a range of suppliers according to market conditions.
The response signals that New Delhi is unlikely to abandon its energy strategy simply because of growing pressure from Washington.
The tariff threat risks turning Russian oil into a larger trade and diplomatic confrontation.
With substantial commercial ties between India and the United States, both governments face pressure to protect economic interests while preventing the dispute from damaging broader strategic cooperation.
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