India Rejects West’s Oil Import Criticism: “Hypocrisy Unveiled”
New Delhi, August 4, 2025 – India today issued a sharp rebuke to the US and the European Union over their criticism of India’s continued purchase of Russian oil. The government termed the criticism as unwarranted and unjustified.
India firmly asserted its right to safeguard its national economic interests. The Ministry of External Affairs underscored the need for energy security, especially given the global volatility in energy markets.
The government highlighted the hypocrisy of Western nations, pointing out their own ongoing trade relationships with Russia. This includes significant US imports of uranium, palladium, and fertilizers, amongst other commodities.
This pointed rebuttal comes amidst growing pressure on India to curtail its energy ties with Russia. The incident underlines the complex geopolitical dynamics at play and the challenges India faces in balancing its relationships with major global powers. The long-term implications for India’s energy security and foreign policy will be closely watched.
