M K Stalin CHENNAI: Tamil Nadu chief minister M K Stalin on Friday slammed Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led Union govt for “seeking” United States approval to purchase Russian oil and said it raised a fundamental question as to why India should get another country’s approval to secure its own energy needs. He questioned the Union govt’s silence on the sinking of Iran’s warship IRIS Dena, which was unarmed and returning to its country after participating in the International Fleet Review 2026 naval exercise hosted by India. Taking to X, Stalin said, “When the United States decides to allow India to purchase Russian oil for just 30 days, it raises a fundamental question. Why should India need another country’s approval to secure its own energy needs?” Israel Iran WarUS-Israel-Iran War Live Updates: ‘Indian navy’s guest struck without warning’: Iran slams US after torpedo sinks warship IRIS Dena50 Israeli jets strike, destroy Iran Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei’s underground military bunker; IDF shares videoRussia helping Iran? Moscow providing real time intelligence to Tehran on American military assets“Equally troubling was the sinking of the unarmed Iranian warship IRIS Dena by the United States soon after it participated in the International Fleet Review 2026 naval exercise hosted by India in Visakhapatnam,” said Stalin. “When a ship that came to India as part of a multinational exercise meets such a fate, India cannot appear silent or passive,” said Stalin. The Union govt appeared totally compromised on India’s long-standing tradition of strategic autonomy and an independent foreign policy. “India’s dignity in the international arena needed to be protected, and the nation’s sovereignty and interests needed to be defended,” Stalin said in his social media post. You Can Also Check: Chennai AQI | Bank Holidays in Chennai | Gold Rate Today in Chennai | Silver Rate Today in ChennaiEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosWhy Is Congress Betting on Gaurav Gogoi While BJP Hits Pakistan Links?Health or politics? The real reason BJP changed West Bengal governorIAF Pilot Purvesh Duragkar Killed In Su-30MKI Crash Took Part In Op Sindoor, Met Family 10 Days AgoBengal SIR Row Decoded: Why Mamata Banerjee Is Launching Dharna Against EC Ahead Of PollsUS Waiver ON Russian Oil Sparks Row, Rahul Gandhi Blasts Modi Govt, Questions India’s SovereigntyWho Will Lead Bihar After Nitish Kumar? BJP Heavyweights Enter Race For Chief Minister’Old Global Order Cannot Be Frozen Forever’: Jaishankar Explains Why Era Of Global Hegemony Is Over’Won’t Make Same Mistakes With India’: Rubio’s Deputy Landau Sparks Debate On US Strategy On Ties’Oceans Back As Centre Of…’: Rajnath Singh Warns Of New Maritime Power Race, Flags Oil Supply ConcernIndia Knows ‘Who Does What’ In The Indian Ocean, So Why Is It Silent On IRIS Dena Sinking? Explained123PhotostoriesWhy your legs feel heavy or swollen by evening: Doctors reveal 5 circulation problems to watch for8 national parks that are home to the most iconic natural landmarksHow to make classic South Indian Onion Masala Dosa for dinnerInside Hardik Pandya’s luxurious car collection: 5 cars that define his style5 surprising facts about Mount Everest most climbers won’t tell you7 common family patterns that affect adult relationshipsWomen’s Day 2026: Meet the boss ladies of Bollywood: Gauri Khan, Maheep Kapoor, Sussanne Khan and other successful star wives‘Gangubai Kathiawadi’, ‘Laapataa Ladies’, ‘Piku’: Women oriented films to watch on OTT this Women’s DayShah Rukh, Gauri and Suhana’s coordinated couture glam at Arjun Tendulkar’s wedding was pure fashion theatre moment6 stunning monuments around the world that were built for love and their stories123Hot PicksChina Military BudgetIran Mobile Missile LauncersMiddle East CrisisNitish KumarIncome Tax CalculatorPublic holidays March 2026Bank Holidays MarchTop TrendingAP SSC Hall TicketsBreanna StewartJai OpetaiaDak Prescotts ContractBengaluru Flight CancellationsNepal ElectionsMiddle East CrisisKarnataka BudgetNitish KumarRussia India Oil Deal
CHENNAI: Tamil Nadu chief minister M K Stalin on Friday slammed Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led Union govt for “seeking” United States approval to purchase Russian oil and said it raised a fundamental question as to why India should get another country’s approval to secure its own energy needs. He questioned the Union govt’s silence on the sinking of Iran’s warship IRIS Dena, which was unarmed and returning to its country after participating in the International Fleet Review 2026 naval exercise hosted by India. Taking to X, Stalin said, “When the United States decides to allow India to purchase Russian oil for just 30 days, it raises a fundamental question. Why should India need another country’s approval to secure its own energy needs?” “Equally troubling was the sinking of the unarmed Iranian warship IRIS Dena by the United States soon after it participated in the International Fleet Review 2026 naval exercise hosted by India in Visakhapatnam,” said Stalin. “When a ship that came to India as part of a multinational exercise meets such a fate, India cannot appear silent or passive,” said Stalin. The Union govt appeared totally compromised on India’s long-standing tradition of strategic autonomy and an independent foreign policy. “India’s dignity in the international arena needed to be protected, and the nation’s sovereignty and interests needed to be defended,” Stalin said in his social media post.
