India defends buying Russian oil, citing national interests amid U.S., EU criticism.

India's Ministry of External Affairs has rejected the US and EU criticism over its purchase of Russian oil, calling the criticism "unjustified and unreasonable." The ministry defends the decision as necessary for ensuring affordable energy for Indian consumers. It highlights that the US and EU continue to trade with Russia despite opposing the Ukraine conflict. India emphasizes that its energy imports are a sovereign decision driven by national interests.