Oil From Russia

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Russian oil is currently treading at the discount of aran 30 dollars a barrel. Two big countries in particular are willing to jump on this bargain. And there are india and china. But it's worth pointing out that it's a dropin the bucket compared to what russia is trying to sell.

Prime Minister Imran Khan seems to be trying everything to avoid an ouster. The powerful military brass may simply want a new leader who is less hostile to the West. Calls for tough sanctions on Russian oil are multiplying. But demand for it has already plummeted—and China and India sniff a bargain. And the earthworm invasion beneath North America’s soil. For full access to print, digital and audio editions of The Economist, subscribe here www.economist.com/intelligenceoffer