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world El Financiero 2026-04-01

Asia Rushes to Russian Oil Amidst Energy Crisis

Asian countries turn to Russian oil to cope with the energy crisis triggered by the war with Iran, taking advantage of temporary US sanctions exemptions. Countries like the Philippines and South Korea are purchasing Russian oil to cover their energy deficit. The US initiative to stabilize oil prices has been criticized for benefiting Moscow.


Países asiáticos recurren al crudo ruso para cubrir la escasez de energía causada por la guerra en Oriente Medio, aprovechando las exenciones temporales de sanciones estadounidenses. <p>Los <b>países asiáticos</b>, con escasez de energía, están aprovechando las exenciones a las sanciones estadounidenses para comprar <a href="https://www.elfinanciero.com.mx/mundo/2026/03/30/rusia-advierte-a-trump-que-enviara-mas-petroleo-y-ayuda-a-cuba-no-nos-mantendremos-al-margen/" rel="noreferrer" target="_bla...

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