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Headline: UNCAPTIONED: US Temporarily Eases Sanctions On Russian Oil For India Amid Iran Crisis
Caption: US Temporarily Eases Sanctions On Russian Oil For India Amid Iran Crisis. The United States has temporarily relaxed sanctions to allow India to purchase Russian oil currently stranded at sea, as tensions escalate in the Middle East. US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced a 30-day waiver, describing it as a short-term step designed to keep energy supplies moving in global markets. Large shipments of oil and gas have become trapped near the Strait of Hormuz, a key route for global energy transport. Iran has warned vessels not to pass through the area following the outbreak of war involving the US, Israel and Tehran. Washington had previously sanctioned Russian oil after Russia invaded Ukraine, placing pressure on major buyers such as India to cut imports. Bessent said the temporary waiver would not significantly benefit Moscow, as it only applies to oil already stuck at sea. Officials say the move aims to ease pressure on global supply and prevent a potential energy crisis in India. Instructions: THIS VIDEO MUST NOT BE EDITED FOR LENGTH TO COMBINE WITH OTHER CONTENT
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