Slick diplomacy: Trump’s crude u-turn on Russia sanctions bails out India

The Trump administration has issued a waiver regarding new sanctions against Russia. This policy shift effectively exempts certain transactions from the restrictive measures previously proposed or enacted against the Russian government.

The decision carries significant implications for India, as the waiver provides relief for the country's ongoing engagement with Russia. By bypassing these sanctions, the administration has facilitated continued cooperation between the two nations, despite broader international efforts to isolate the Russian economy.