Why Russia is buying gasoline from India for the first time Russia's recent decision to import gasoline from India marks a significant shift in their energy relationship.
The move comes as Ukraine continues to target Russian refineries and tensions simmer between the US and Iran in the Middle East, forcing Moscow to rethink its traditional role as a major exporter of refined fuels.
In response to the supply crunch, Russia has prohibited exports of both gasoline and diesel to prioritize domestic demand.