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India Imports Iranian Oil After U.S. Temporarily Lifts Sanctions
On Saturday, April 4, 2026, India marked a significant milestone in its energy dealings by making its first purchase of Iranian oil in over seven years. This comes after a period of strained relations due to U.S. sanctions that pressured India to halt its imports of Iranian crude back in May 2019. However, the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, particularly the U.S.-Israel war, has severely disrupted global oil supplies, pushing India to seek alternative sources of crude oil. The supply cha
India Imports Iranian Oil After U.S. Temporarily Lifts Sanctions
On Saturday, April 4, 2026, India marked a significant milestone in its energy dealings by making its first purchase of Iranian oil in over seven years. This comes after a period of strained relations due to U.S. sanctions that pressured India to halt its imports of Iranian crude back in May 2019. However, the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, particularly the U.S.-Israel war, has severely disrupted global oil supplies, pushing India to seek alternative sources of crude oil. The supply cha









