U.S. aims to become a major energy supplier to India, State Department says

The United States aims to become a major energy supplier to India, a senior State Department official said, as India seeks to diversify its sources amid new sanctions legislation targeting Russian oil purchases. The official commented on the 'Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026', which authorizes tariffs up to 100% on countries buying Russian oil. The official acknowledged India's domestic response to congressional criticism, stating there are "no hard feelings" and that the law provides President Trump a tool he may not immediately deploy. The U.S. is increasing hydrocarbon exports, now leading in LPG and second in LNG, and sees opportunities following operations in Venezuela. The official noted India's long-standing diversification efforts, with discussions ongoing between External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar and Secretary Marco Rubio.