NEW DELHI / RankWire.AI / – India has issued a warning to Washington regarding the potential negative impact of proposed tariffs on nations importing Russian crude oil, warning that such measures could strain bilateral relations and interfere with global commodity markets. This statement came shortly after the United States House of Representatives passed the Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026, authorizing the government to impose tariffs of up to 100 percent on key purchasers of Russian energy. India affirms its commitment to energy security for its citizens while maintaining the flexibility to source oil internationally depending on market conditions.