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The U.S. Treasury has imposed sanctions on 19 Indian companies for allegedly providing "dual-use" technologies to Russia
As a part of a broader action against nearly 400 companies and individuals from 17 countries.
India’s Ministry of External Affairs has not commented on the sanctions or their implications, despite media inquiries.
The U.S. and Indian National Security Advisers recently discussed regional security and collaboration but did not address the sanctions during their conversation.
The Indian government has maintained that it does not recognize unilateral sanctions imposed by other countries.
The U.S. aims to prevent technologies from reaching Russia that could aid in its conflict with Ukraine, emphasizing ongoing efforts to limit Russia’s capabilities.
This situation unfolds amid various tensions, including recent thawing relations between India and China and ongoing disputes between India and Canada related to other geopolitical issues.
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