India-Russia Oil Deal: The United States has reiterated its concerns over India’s continued imports of discounted Russian oil, with US Energy Secretary Chris Wright describing it as a “source of friction” even as he emphasized Washington’s desire to expand energy cooperation with New Delhi. Speaking to the media, Chris Wright said that India can have other alternatives if it stops buying oil from Russia. The statement comes a day after US President Donald Trump’s remarks at the UNGA, where he called India and China the biggest funders of Russia.

Wright acknowledged India’s growing energy needs but urged New Delhi to diversify its suppliers. “There are lots of oil exporters in the world. India doesn’t need to buy Russian oil. India buys Russian oil because it is cheaper. Nobody wants to bu

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