Russian President Vladimir Putin has defended India’s purchase of energy resources from Russia, arguing that New Delhi has the same right as Washington to procure fuel from Moscow. He made the remarks during an interview with India Today.

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Responding to a question about criticism of India’s Russian oil imports, Putin pointed out that the United States itself continues to buy fuel from Russia.

He added that if Washington is allowed to engage in such transactions, New Delhi should not face scrutiny for doing the same.

“That is also fuel, Uranium for the reactors operating in the United States. If the US has the right to buy our fuel, why shouldn't India have the same privilege?” he said.

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