Iran FM Abbas Araghchi Mocks US for Urging India to Buy Russian Oil

Iran’s Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi has criticised the United States, claiming Washington is now urging countries, including India, to purchase Russian crude oil despite earlier pressuring them to halt such imports.

The remarks come as global energy markets face rising geopolitical tensions and supply disruptions.

Araghchi made the comments in a post on social media platform X, accusing the US government of adopting double standards in its energy policy.

He said Washington had spent months pushing India and other countries to stop buying Russian oil but has now shifted its position as global oil supply concerns increase.

• Iran accuses US of double standards on Russian oil imports
• Araghchi says Washington urging India to buy Russian crude
• Energy tensions rise as oil supply concerns grow

Araghchi criticised the policy shift, stating that after months of pressure on countries such as India to stop importing Russian oil imports, Washington is now effectively asking countries to continue buying it to prevent oil supply shortages. He described the move as inconsistent with the earlier US stance on Russian energy exports.

The remarks follow reports that the US administration allowed a temporary waiver permitting certain countries to receive Russian oil shipments already in transit. The step was taken to ease pressure on international oil prices as tensions in West Asia continue to affect global supply chains.

India remains one of the largest buyers of discounted Russian crude since sanctions were imposed on Russia following the Russia–Ukraine war. New Delhi has maintained that its purchases are based on India energy security and national interest.

Araghchi also criticised European governments, saying they supported US actions against Iran while seeking stronger backing against Russia. He said the developments highlight contradictions in Western policies and shifting alliances in global energy diplomacy.

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The episode reflects the complexity of global energy politics, as countries balance sanctions, conflicts and supply disruptions while attempting to maintain stable oil supplies.