Russia Assures India of Continued Crude Oil Supply. Describing US Pressure as Unjustified, Babushkin Says India-Russia Friendship is Strong. Western Sanctions are Harming Those Who Impose Them.
Trum Tariff: India and Russia have been b partners in the energy sector for decades. Especially in the case of Crude Oil Supply, Russia has proven to be a major and reliable ally for India. Recently, the US has put pressure on India to reduce oil purchases from Russia, but Russia has made it clear that supply to India will continue under any circumstances.
Russia Calls American Pressure "Unjustified"
During a media interaction on Wednesday, Roman Babushkin, Deputy Chief of the Russian Embassy in Delhi, said that the pressure being exerted by the US on India is completely unjustified. He said that we are confident that the India-Russia energy partnership will remain b despite external pressures.
Challenging Situation for India
Babushkin acknowledged that the current situation is challenging for India. On one hand, the US and Western countries have imposed sanctions against Russia, and on the other hand, India is dependent on Russia to meet its energy needs. Despite this, he expressed confidence that India will prioritize its national interests.
Western Sanctions Have a Reverse Effect
On the sanctions imposed by Western countries, Babushkin said that the real damage is being done to the countries that are implementing them. According to him, these Sanctions are weakening Western economies in the long run. He said that it has not had as much of an impact on Russia as Western countries had thought.
Friends Never Impose Sanctions
Roman Babushkin gave a direct message to the United States, saying that Friends never put sanctions. That is, true friends never impose sanctions on their allies. He said that the Trump administration must understand that using the economy as a weapon is wrong. Russia has never put such pressure on India, nor will it ever.
440 Volt Shock to Trump
Babushkin's statement is being seen as a major blow to US President Donald Trump. He assured India that no matter how difficult the circumstances, Russia will stand by India. This statement is a direct attack on the US policy under which it puts economic pressure on its allies.
The Growing Role of BRICS
Babushkin further said that the role of BRICS has become even more important in the current global crisis. He said that BRICS is a platform that strengthens developing and emerging economies, beyond the pressure of Western countries. India and Russia are both important members of BRICS and this partnership will deepen further in the future.
India-Russia's 'Bro Code'
Babushkin described the relations between India and Russia as being like a 'bro code'. He said that both countries have supported each other in every difficult time. Whether it is international pressure, economic crisis or a war-like situation, the friendship between India and Russia has always remained intact. This trust will remain in the times to come as well.
Putin and Modi's Conversation
Babushkin also informed that recently President Vladimir Putin had a telephone conversation with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. In this conversation, Putin gave India complete information about the situation in Ukraine. He said that this phone call is a symbol of how important Russia considers India.
Assurance on Oil Supply
The Russian diplomat said that the mechanism for continuing oil supply to India is already in place. He clarified that no matter what obstacles come, meeting India's energy needs will remain Russia's priority. This statement is a relief for India because the energy demand of a large population of the country depends on oil coming from Russia.
