India warns new US tariffs over Russian oil could hit ties, vows to protect energy security

New Delhi’s response could complicate already difficult trade negotiations with Washington, while refiners seek relief to manage existing Russian oil purchases.

India has warnedWashington that new measures to levy tariffs over the purchase of Russian ‌ oil could impact bilateral ties, the South Asian nation’sforeign ministry said on Thursday, hours after the US made a new move to punishsuch buyers.