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Attacks on UAE vessels raise risks for Indian crude imports. But LPG, LNG supplies far more vulnerable

Vessels near the Strait of Hormuz, as seen from Musandam, Oman, August 6, 2026. | Stringer / REUTERS

India may avoid a crude supply crunch, but persistent attacks on Gulf shipping could raise freight, insurance and fuel costs, while putting LPG and LNG supplies at riskNew Delhi: Recent attacks on UAE’s state-owned Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) vessels and Saudi energy infrastructure are unlikely to leave India short …

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Russian crude continues to make up 50% of India’s oil imports in July as Hormuz risks persist

A view shows the Yan Dun Jiao 1 bulk carrier in the Vostochny container port in the shore of Nakhodka Bay near the port city of Nakhodka, Russia. | Reuters

Russian oil remains India’s biggest supply cushion, but experts say LPG & LNG imports remain highly vulnerable to renewed Strait of Hormuz disruption.New Delhi: Amid renewed uncertainty around the Strait of Hormuz, Russian crude continues to dominate India’s imports, averaging around 2.5 million barrels per day (mbpd) until 15 July, and …

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As US-Iran deal announcement paves way for Hormuz reopening, what lies ahead for India & oil markets

A drone view shows vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, as seen from Musandam, Oman, on 15 June. | Reuters

Crude prices fall as markets price out West Asia conflict risk. Analysts say India could benefit through lower import bill, easing inflation and improved energy security. New Delhi: The US-Iran peace agreement and the subsequent reopening of the Strait of Hormuz could help ease global energy supplies, lower crude prices and provide relief …

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