Who is Bricks & Minifigs CEO? Ammon McNeff faces tough Coffeezilla questions over missing LEGO Star Wars collection

Who is Bricks & Minifigs CEO? Ammon McNeff faces tough Coffeezilla questions over missing LEGO Star Wars collection

Who is Bricks & Minifigs CEO? Ammon McNeff faces tough Coffeezilla questions over missing LEGO Star Wars collection (Image via Getty) Stephen “Coffeezilla” recently spoke directly with Bricks & Minifigs CEO Ammon McNeff as questions continue to surround a missing LEGO Star Wars collection connected to the company’s Salem, Oregon, store. The conversation was featured…

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NEW DELHI: External affairs minister S Jaishankar on Thursday pushed back against European criticism of India’s Russia policy, saying weapons sold by European countries had been used against India for years even as they questioned New Delhi’s purchase of Russian oil. Defending India’s energy choices, he also revealed that the United States had encouraged India to buy Russian crude in 2022 to help stabilise global oil markets after sanctions were imposed on Moscow.Speaking at the Kultaranta Talks in Finland during a discussion on “Emerging Powers and the New Geopolitical Competition”, Jaishankar responded to a question suggesting India had been “too sympathetic to Russia” and overly dependent on Russian oil since the outbreak of the Ukraine conflict.”No European country has been attacked with Indian weapons. I wish I could say that for Europe weapons vis-a-vis India,” Jaishankar said.When asked to elaborate, the minister pointed to India’s longstanding security concerns over European arms exports.”Europe sells weapons, which are used to attack India. Not just now but for many years. We Indians have never done anything to endanger Europe. I think that’s a reasonable point,” Jaishankar emphasised.Defending India’s energy choices, Jaishankar said New Delhi’s purchases were driven by economic considerations rather than geopolitics and noted that changing market dynamics after the Ukraine war left Russian crude among the most accessible options.The minister also disclosed that Washington had itself asked India to continue buying Russian oil to prevent disruptions in global energy markets.”At that time, the US directly asked India to buy Russian oil to stabilise the oil market. We buy oil based on cost and availability,” Jaishankar said.Explaining India’s position further, he added: “I’ll make two observations. I buy oil based on cost and availability. So at that point of time, much of the oil available in the market was Russian because Europeans were essentially buying oil from the Middle East, which was our traditional supplier. So circumstances pushed us in a certain direction.”Jaishankar also questioned what he described as inconsistencies in Western approaches towards sanctions, trade and energy security, arguing against applying selective standards to complex geopolitical issues.His remarks come amid continuing scrutiny from some Western nations over India’s relationship with Russia. New Delhi has consistently maintained that its foreign policy and energy decisions are guided by national interest, energy security and economic considerations.(With inputs from ANI)Get the latest India news and live updates. Download the TOI App.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosThree Killed As Massive Fire Breaks Out In Multi-Storey Residential Building In Delhi’s TughlakabadJaishankar Calls Out Europe’s ‘Double Standards’, Says European Weapons Have Been Used Against IndiaFalta Strongman Paraded In Shorts By Cops After Arrest In Falta | WatchAll 28 Chief Ministers Attend NITI Aayog Meeting, Marking End of Recent Boycott TrendKirti Azad Dismisses Exit Talks, Says Didi Will Fix Kalyan Banerjee Dispute | WatchCongress Sweeps Three Of Four Karnataka Rs Seats As Poll Ends Without ContestBJP Wins All Three MP Rajya Sabha Seats Unopposed After Congress Nominee RejectedRam Mandir Funds Issue Takes New Turn With Call For Investigation; Calls For Accountability Emerge’Abhishek Banerjee Destroyed TMC’: Suspended Leader Riju Dutta Launches Fresh AttackIndia-Bangladesh Border Standoff Leaves 55-year-old Stranded In No-Man’s Land123Photostories6 Fascinating plants that do not produce flowers but still thrive in natureInland Taipan changes colour with the seasons: Inside the strange and dramatic seasonal color change explainedIs your child carrying emotional baggage? 6 subtle signs and what parents can do to help10 beautiful baby girl names starting with the letter T“This will help prevent…and improve..” Why did Amit Shah praise this rice varietyShoaib Malik to Glenn Maxwell: 7 international cricketers who married Indian women27-year-old woman shares 5 reasons she doesn’t want to get married earlyNo crowds, no chaos: This remote Himalayan valley in Uttarkhand feels frozen in time5 venomous snakes you’ll only find in Africa and where to spot them5 things fathers should never do and how these mistakes affect a child’s personality123Hot Picks147000 Medical BillGulf of Oman attackFifa World Cup Opening CeremonyShakiraIndia Vs Afghanistan HighlightsVaibhav SooryavanshiLewis HamiltonCJP ProtestHow to Watch FIFA world cup highlightsTop TrendingHaryana Gym Owner MurderGuru Randhawa Gym FiringGold Rate TodayFIFA World Cup 2026Delhi Hotel FireSingappen Special ForceCJP ProtestCBSE Class 10 Second Board ResultBengaluru Child DeathKarnataka Murder

NEW DELHI: External affairs minister S Jaishankar on Thursday pushed back against European criticism of India’s Russia policy, saying weapons sold by European countries had been used against India for years even as they questioned New Delhi’s purchase of Russian oil. Defending India’s energy choices, he also revealed that the United States had encouraged India to buy Russian crude in 2022 to help stabilise global oil markets after sanctions were imposed on Moscow.Speaking at the Kultaranta Talks in Finland during a discussion on “Emerging Powers and the New Geopolitical Competition”, Jaishankar responded to a question suggesting India had been “too sympathetic to Russia” and overly dependent on Russian oil since the outbreak of the Ukraine conflict.”No European country has been attacked with Indian weapons. I wish I could say that for Europe weapons vis-a-vis India,” Jaishankar said.When asked to elaborate, the minister pointed to India’s longstanding security concerns over European arms exports.”Europe sells weapons, which are used to attack India. Not just now but for many years. We Indians have never done anything to endanger Europe. I think that’s a reasonable point,” Jaishankar emphasised.Defending India’s energy choices, Jaishankar said New Delhi’s purchases were driven by economic considerations rather than geopolitics and noted that changing market dynamics after the Ukraine war left Russian crude among the most accessible options.The minister also disclosed that Washington had itself asked India to continue buying Russian oil to prevent disruptions in global energy markets.”At that time, the US directly asked India to buy Russian oil to stabilise the oil market. We buy oil based on cost and availability,” Jaishankar said.Explaining India’s position further, he added: “I’ll make two observations. I buy oil based on cost and availability. So at that point of time, much of the oil available in the market was Russian because Europeans were essentially buying oil from the Middle East, which was our traditional supplier. So circumstances pushed us in a certain direction.”Jaishankar also questioned what he described as inconsistencies in Western approaches towards sanctions, trade and energy security, arguing against applying selective standards to complex geopolitical issues.His remarks come amid continuing scrutiny from some Western nations over India’s relationship with Russia. New Delhi has consistently maintained that its foreign policy and energy decisions are guided by national interest, energy security and economic considerations.(With inputs from ANI)Get the latest India news and live updates. 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NEW DELHI: External affairs minister S Jaishankar on Thursday pushed back against European criticism of India’s Russia policy, saying weapons sold by European countries had been used against India for years even as they questioned New Delhi’s purchase of Russian oil. Defending India’s energy choices, he also revealed that the United States had encouraged India…

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OSSSC Nursing Officer Recruitment 2026: 5,989 vacancies announced- Here’s how to apply

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‘One Month Mark’: Jennifer Lawrence to feature in romantic comedy | English Movie News

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Data released during the week showed that US producer prices rose more than anticipated in May, resulting in the strongest annual increase in three-and-a-half years. Higher energy costs linked to the conflict in the Middle East contributed significantly to the rise. According to CME Group’s FedWatch Tool, traders are currently assigning a 60% probability to…

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