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Iran Slams US Over Russian Oil Policy, Says Washington Now Urging Countries Like India to Buy Crude
Iran has sharply criticized the United States over what it calls a sudden shift in Washington’s stance on Russian oil imports. Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi claimed the US is now urging countries around the world—including India—to purchase Russian crude, despite previously pressuring them to reduce such imports.
Iran has sharply criticized the United States over what it calls a sudden shift in Washington’s stance on Russian oil imports. Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi claimed the US is now urging countries around the world—including India—to purchase Russian crude, despite previously pressuring them to reduce such imports.
Taking to social media platform X, Araghchi said the US had spent months pushing India to cut its dependence on Russian oil. However, according to him, the situation has changed dramatically following two weeks of escalating conflict involving Iran.
“The US spent months bullying India into ending oil imports from Russia. After two weeks of war with Iran, the White House is now begging the world — including India — to buy Russian crude,” Araghchi wrote.
His remarks highlight the growing tensions and complex geopolitical dynamics surrounding global energy markets. Since the conflict intensified in the region, energy supply concerns have once again become a major topic in international diplomacy.
Analysts say the situation reflects how quickly geopolitical events can reshape energy strategies. Countries that were once under pressure to reduce Russian energy imports may now find themselves navigating a much more complicated global supply environment.
The statement from Iran also underscores the broader power struggle involving the US, Russia, and key energy-importing nations such as India. While Washington has maintained sanctions and restrictions against Russian energy in recent years, shifting global conditions—particularly during conflicts—can force policy adjustments.
India, one of the world’s largest energy consumers, has previously defended its decision to buy discounted Russian crude as a move necessary to protect domestic fuel prices and energy security.
As tensions continue to rise in the region, global oil markets are likely to remain volatile, with governments balancing geopolitical alliances and economic interests.
