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flag The U.S. pushes India to buy more Venezuelan oil as India cuts Russian imports, following Maduro's capture and U.S. control of Venezuela’s oil sector.

flag The U.S. is urging India to increase purchases of Venezuelan crude as New Delhi reduces Russian oil imports, part of a broader effort to curb Moscow’s energy revenues amid the Ukraine war. flag India’s Russian crude imports are expected to drop to 800,000 barrels per day by March, down from 1.2 million in January, with major refiners halting purchases. flag The U.S., which previously imposed tariffs on Venezuelan oil, now signals flexibility after taking control of Venezuela’s oil sector following Maduro’s capture in January 2026. flag India and Venezuela have agreed to expand energy cooperation, though it remains unclear how or if Venezuelan crude will reach Indian refiners, as most available oil is being directed to U.S. and European markets.

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