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Question: How have the Russia–Ukraine war, Western sanctions on Russia and tensions in West Asia affected global petroleum supplies, international geopolitics and India's energy security? Discuss India's policy response and suggest the way forward.
1. Background of the Global Energy Crisis
- Russia's invasion of Ukraine in February 2022 triggered extensive Western economic sanctions and disruptions in international energy trade. Simultaneously, tensions involving Iran, Israel and the United States have increased uncertainty in West Asian oil supplies.
2. Strategic Importance of the Strait of Hormuz
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Analyze how Russia-Ukraine war, Western sanctions and West Asia tensions affect global oil supplies, geopolitics and India's energy security strategy.
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