By Nathan Meyer, consultant in compliance. Eurasia Business News, August 4, 2025. Article n°1680.
U.S. sanctions have forced at least two vessels carrying Russian oil, originally destined for Indian refineries, to divert to alternative destinations. This is part of the U.S. Treasury Department’s recent sanctions against entities involved in the transportation of Russian oil. The ships Tagor, Guanyin, and Tassos—subject to U.S. sanctions—were scheduled to deliver Russian oil to Indian ports but have redirected their routes: Tagor is headed to Dalian in China, while Tassos is diverting to Port Said in Egypt. Guanyin remains on course for Sikka in India.
These sanctions are part of broader Western efforts to curb Russia’s oil revenue, seen as funding its military actions in Ukraine. India imports over a third of its oil from Russia, making it a key buyer affected by these sanctions.
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While U.S. pressure has caused some disruption, India has yet to formally ban Russian crude, and many tankers have successfully delivered large volumes recently. State-run and private Indian refiners continue to navigate between geopolitical pressure and their energy needs, seeking alternatives but also maintaining some Russian oil flows.
This situation is unfolding amid escalating U.S. tariffs threats, which are causing shifts in Indian purchasing behavior and prompting contingency plans for alternative crude suppliers.
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