Iran is facing an energy crisis as it enters the peak summer season, with oil stockpiles running critically low and emergency measures being implemented to address the shortage. The situation is exacerbated by geopolitical tensions in West Asia, which have contributed to rising global crude oil prices .
India’s trade deficit has widened due to higher oil prices driven by these geopolitical tensions, particularly those involving Iran. The Indian government has responded by increasing fuel prices across the country to offset the impact of rising crude costs . Petroleum dealers in India have also attributed the fuel crisis to institutional procurement practices, further straining domestic supply .
The U.S. has allowed a sanctions waiver on Russian seaborne oil purchases to expire, reimposing restrictions that had previously enabled India to continue buying Russian crude. This decision is linked to broader concerns over global oil supplies and rising fuel costs amid the ongoing conflict involving Iran. The waiver’s expiration may further tighten oil markets and impact India’s energy imports .