At least two vessels loaded with Russian oil bound for refiners in India have diverted to other destinations following new U.S. sanctions, trade sources said, and LSEG trade flows showed.

Donald Trump's recent assertion that India has ceased importing Russian oil has ignited controversy, especially after the US imposed significant tariffs on Indian exports. India's Ministry of External Affairs promptly countered this claim,

President Donald Trump says the United States and India are still negotiating on trade despite new tariffs slated to begin in a few days.