Kremlin Keeps Russian Oil Export Data to India Under Wraps Amid Global Tensions

In a recent statement, the Kremlin has decided to keep its crude oil export data to India confidential, citing concerns over potential adversaries. This announcement follows a temporary waiver from the US allowing Indian refiners to purchase Russian oil amid escalating tensions in West Asia. Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov emphasized the need for secrecy, while Russian officials indicated readiness to boost oil supplies to India and China in light of recent geopolitical developments. The situation remains fluid as global oil dynamics shift.

By Narendra Chaudhary Mar 6, 2026, 22:37 IST

Moscow's Stance on Oil Exports

Moscow: The Kremlin has announced that it will not reveal any information regarding crude oil exports to India, citing concerns over 'too many ill-wishers'. This statement was made on Friday.

Dmitry Peskov, the spokesperson for the Kremlin, responded to inquiries following comments from US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, who mentioned that a temporary 30-day waiver had been granted to Indian refiners for purchasing Russian oil amidst ongoing conflicts in West Asia.

"No, we will not disclose any quantitative figures for obvious reasons. There are too many ill-wishers," Peskov stated.

His remarks were in response to reports from Indian media suggesting that Moscow could supply 22 million barrels of crude oil within a week.

On Thursday, Russian state television showcased a map indicating several tankers en route from the Arabian Sea to the Bay of Bengal, heading towards Indian refineries located on the East Coast.

Additionally, Russian Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak expressed that Russia is prepared to increase crude oil supplies to both India and China, particularly in light of US-Israeli strikes on Iran and the near-total closure of oil transit through the Strait of Hormuz due to Iran's retaliatory actions.