>Indian state refineries resume Russian oil purchases despite US pressure, — Bloomberg

In two days, Indian Oil and Bharat Petroleum have purchased several batches of Russian Urals oil for September-October delivery.
>Earlier, India suspended purchases due to threats of US sanctions, but amid tensions in relations, New Delhi has moved closer to Moscow and Beijing.
India’s share of Russian oil purchases has increased to 42%, while it was less than 1% before. China’s share has increased from 13% to 16%.
>Modi called Putin a “friend” and is preparing a visit to China — his first in 7 years.
The discount on Urals increased to $2.5 per barrel against Brent, which stimulated the resumption of purchases.
China sharply increased purchases of Russian oil, especially Urals, after India reduced demand.