# Trump's Russia sanctions waiver eases India's energy concerns and boosts trade deal prospects

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- Reuters, 2026-10-19 12:30 UTC
- World
- Original: https://www.reuters.com/world/india/trumps-russia-sanctions-waiver-eases-indias-energy-woes-lifts-trade-deal-chances-2026-10-19/?link_source=ta_bluesky_link&taid=6ad60d5dab53aa0001d9a08b

> US President Donald Trump's waiver of Russian sanctions eases energy concerns for India, a major importer of Russian oil. It could also improve the prospects of a trade deal between New Delhi and Washington and help overall ties.

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