Bangladesh, March 24 -- As geopolitical tensions continue to reshape global energy markets, calls are growing for Russia to deepen its oil supply relationship with India. According to Ivan Timofeev, a leading Russian policy analyst and Director General of the Russian International Affairs Council (RIAC), Moscow is well-positioned to step in and help meet Indias expanding energy demands despite mounting pressure from Western nations.

Speaking in a recent media interaction on March 23, Timofeev emphasized that energy cooperation has become the cornerstone of trade relations between Russia and India. This partnership has grown significantly in recent years, particularly as India has sought diversified and cost-effective sources of crude oil...