US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced a 30-day waiver allowing Indian refiners to purchase Russian oil, providing temporary relief to India's energy supply amid the escalating Iran conflict. This waiver comes as global oil prices surge due to Middle East tensions, with Brent crude climbing above $85 per barrel and US crude jumping 8.5% to $81.01—its highest price since July 2024.
The waiver provides India temporary access to affordable Russian oil supplies while global energy markets face disruption from Middle East conflict. This helps stabilize India's energy costs and refinery operations during a period of elevated global oil prices.
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Global oil markets are under pressure from the widening Iran conflict affecting Gulf region stability.