Editorial. Stick it out
President Trump is empowered by the Lindsey O Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026 to impose up to 100 per cent tariff on the top five buyers of Russian energy products if they do not stop buying from Russia. India's Ministry of External Affairs said India will secure its trade and economic interests and source its needs accordingly. India's purchases of Russian crude have dipped from July to September, and the law may come up for review after 180 days.
Why it matters: This matters for the theme of sanctions, as India must balance its energy needs against the threat of US tariffs.