•Sanctions Imposed: The US has sanctioned 275 entities globally, including 19 Indian firms, for their involvement in supporting Russia’s military operations amid the Ukraine conflict.
•Targeted Entities: Companies from countries like China, Turkey, Switzerland, and Thailand are also included, accused of supplying critical technology to Russia’s military-industrial complex.
•Indian Firms Sanctioned: Notable Indian companies like Abhar Technologies, Denvas Services, Galaxy Bearings, Lokesh Machines, and Khushbu Honing are accused of providing dual-use technologies to Russia.
•Examples of Alleged Involvement:
1.Khushbu Honing (Maharashtra) allegedly supplied advanced machine tools to sanctioned Russian entities.
2.TSMD Global (Delhi) reportedly exported electronic parts to Russia.
•Unawareness Claimed: Some Indian companies claim they were unaware their products were supporting military operation
•Broader Strategy: These sanctions are part of the US strategy to disrupt Russia’s access to technology through third countries.