Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 03:56pm on 22 Oct 2026,Thursday India Global
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said India’s decision to diversify crude oil imports was driven by its national interests, not American threats or pressure. In an exclusive interview with India Today on October 22, during his three-day visit to India, Rubio stressed that dependence on a single oil supplier could leave countries vulnerable to supply disruptions. He said India had made real progress in diversifying its energy portfolio independently. The issue remains sensitive because India’s purchases of Russian crude have been a source of friction with US President Donald Trump. Rubio’s remarks signal Washington’s recognition of India’s efforts to broaden its energy sources while managing supply security concerns. (PC: ABC)
