Putin's India Visit: Oil Ties Solidify Amid US Pressure

• Putin questioned US pressure on India regarding Russian oil, citing US's own nuclear fuel imports from Russia.
• Putin affirmed Russia's readiness to provide uninterrupted fuel supplies to India.
• India, a major oil consumer, imports 89% of its crude needs, making it a key buyer of discounted Russian oil post-Ukraine war.
• India's imports from Russia, largely oil, have surged fifteen-fold since 2015, reaching $67.2 billion.
• Putin's visit is expected to strengthen India-Russia energy cooperation and underscores India's strategic autonomy.

Why It Matters: Putin's visit underscores India's strategic energy autonomy amidst global geopolitical pressures.