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India, as per a new analysis, has emerged as war-torn Ukraine's largest supplier of diesel in July 2025, accounting for 15.5 per cent of total imports. Data from NaftoRynok, a Kyiv-based oil market analytics firm, shows Indian shipments averaged 2,700 tonnes a day or 15.5 per cent of Kyiv's monthly imports — one of New Delhi's highest monthly export volumes this year. This means that in July 2025, India supplied 83,000 tonnes of diesel to Ukraine. This marks a sharp rise from July 2024, when India's share was barely 1.9 per cent. The current levels are comparable only to April 2025, when India supplied 15.9 per cent of Ukraine’s diesel imports.<h2>Irony amid US-India tensions</h2>The surge comes at a politically sensitive time. Recently, Washington slapped 50 per cent tariffs on Indian goods, citing New Delhi's continued purchases of discounted Russian crude. The US claims that this purchase is "funding" Russia's war on Ukraine. Yet in a twist of irony, the same Indian refineries processing Russian oil are now providing Ukraine with much-needed fuel to sustain its war economy.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-hell-for-children-putin-grooming-7-year-old-kids-into-killing-ukrainian-children-dragging-them-into-russia-s-drone-war-reveals-report-1756524591884">‘Hell for children’: Putin grooming 7-year-old kids into killing Ukrainian children, dragging them into Russia's drone war, reveals report</a>&nbsp;<h2>How the fuel gets there</h2>According to NaftoRynok, the Indian-origin diesel reaches Ukraine through several channels. A large share is shipped via Romania and enters through ports on the Danube. Another route uses Turkey's Marmara Ereğlisi terminal operated by OPET, which remains active despite partial sanctions.&nbsp;Between January and July this year, India supplied 10.2 per cent of Ukraine's diesel imports — up from just 1.9 per cent in the same period last year. This fivefold increase has pushed India past several European exporters in proportional terms, though its physical volumes are still smaller than Greece and Turkey. July's numbers, however, placed India firmly at the top of the chart by share.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ukraine-shows-off-long-neptune-a-domestic-missile-that-can-hit-targets-1-000-km-inside-russia-here-s-how-it-s-an-upgrade-on-r-360-neptune-1756191828542">Ukraine shows off 'Long Neptune': A domestic missile that can hit targets 1,000 km inside Russia. Here's how it's an 'upgrade' on R-360 Neptune</a>&nbsp;While India led the import table in July, other suppliers remain key. Slovakia delivered larger volumes than both Greece and Turkey. Diesel from Poland and Lithuania's Orlen Group together made up about 20 per cent of imports. Swedish fuel from Preem's facilities, routed through Poland and Denmark, also reached record levels since the start of Russia's full-scale invasion, accounting for 4 per cent of Ukraine's July supply.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/russia-ukraine-war-macron-slams-putin-over-ukraine-talks-accuses-him-of-manipulating-west-wion-1756526394977/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/russia-ukraine-war-macron-slams-putin-over-ukraine-talks-accuses-him-of-manipulating-west-wion-1756526394977/embed</a>

India has emerged as Ukraine's top diesel supplier for July 2025, according to a report from the Kyiv-based oil market analytics firm NaftoRynok. Indian shipments accounted for 15.5% of Ukraine's total diesel imports for the month, a sharp increase from just 1.9% in July 2024.

India, as per a new analysis, has emerged as war-torn Ukraine's largest supplier of diesel in July 2025, accounting for 15.5 per cent of total imports. Data from NaftoRynok, a Kyiv-based oil market analytics firm, shows Indian shipments averaged 2,700 tonnes a day or 15.5 per cent of Kyiv's monthly imports — one of New Delhi's highest monthly export volumes this year. This means that in July 2025, India supplied 83,000 tonnes of diesel to Ukraine. This marks a sharp rise from July 2024, when India's share was barely 1.9 per cent. The current levels are comparable only to April 2025, when India supplied 15.9 per cent of Ukraine’s diesel imports. Irony amid US-India tensions The surge comes at a politically sensitive time. Recently, Washington slapped 50 per cent tariffs on Indian goods, citing New Delhi's continued purchases of discounted Russian crude. The US claims that this purchase is "funding" Russia's war on Ukraine. Yet in a twist of irony, the same Indian refineries processing Russian oil are now providing Ukraine with much-needed fuel to sustain its war economy. Also read | ‘Hell for children’: Putin grooming 7-year-old kids into killing Ukrainian children, dragging them into Russia's drone war, reveals report How the fuel gets there According to NaftoRynok, the Indian-origin diesel reaches Ukraine through several channels. A large share is shipped via Romania and enters through ports on the Danube. Another route uses Turkey's Marmara Ereğlisi terminal operated by OPET, which remains active despite partial sanctions. Between January and July this year, India supplied 10.2 per cent of Ukraine's diesel imports — up from just 1.9 per cent in the same period last year. This fivefold increase has pushed India past several European exporters in proportional terms, though its physical volumes are still smaller than Greece and Turkey. July's numbers, however, placed India firmly at the top of the chart by share. Also read | Ukraine shows off 'Long Neptune': A domestic missile that can hit targets 1,000 km inside Russia. Here's how it's an 'upgrade' on R-360 Neptune While India led the import table in July, other suppliers remain key. Slovakia delivered larger volumes than both Greece and Turkey. Diesel from Poland and Lithuania's Orlen Group together made up about 20 per cent of imports. Swedish fuel from Preem's facilities, routed through Poland and Denmark, also reached record levels since the start of Russia's full-scale invasion, accounting for 4 per cent of Ukraine's July supply. https://www.wionews.com/videos/russia-ukraine-war-macron-slams-putin-over-ukraine-talks-accuses-him-of-manipulating-west-wion-1756526394977/embed

India has emerged as Ukraine's top diesel supplier for July 2025, according to a report from the Kyiv-based oil market analytics firm NaftoRynok. Indian shipments accounted for 15.5% of Ukraine's total diesel imports for the month, a sharp increase from just 1.9% in July 2024.

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Russia  unleashed one of its deadliest attacks on Kyiv since the war began killing at least 15 people, including 4 children.
Ukraine’s President Zelensky calls it a “deliberate killing of civilians” and says Moscow has rejected peace.
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Deadly overnight Russian missile strikes on Kyiv have killed at least 18 people and injured dozens more. Among the targets hit were buildings housing the British Council and EU delegation offices, prompting strong international condemnation.

In response, both the UK and European Union summoned Russian ambassadors, calling the attacks "deliberate" and a "blow to peace efforts." European leaders, including UK PM Starmer and EU’s Ursula von der Leyen, vowed that the attacks would not go unanswered.

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Two senior advisers to US President Donald Trump — Peter Navarro and Kevin Hassett — have sharply criticised India for continuing to import oil from Russia amid the ongoing war in Ukraine, accusing New Delhi of undermining global stability and threatening future US-India ties. This comes even as US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent described the relationship between the United States and India as “very complicated,” but expressed optimism that both countries would “eventually come together.” Peter Navarro, Trump's trade advisor, who previously called India “the maharaja of tariffs,” has now blamed Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the Ukraine war. Even when he was corrected by the news anchor, he maintained that it is ‘Modi’s war.' 


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A massive overnight Russian missile and drone attack on Kyiv killed at least three people, including a 14-year-old, and injured 12. Explosions rocked the capital, causing widespread damage. The strike comes amid stalled peace negotiations between Russia and Ukraine, with President Trump leading diplomatic efforts. Kyiv seeks stronger Western security guarantees as Moscow continues its offensive.

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As Moldova marks 34 years of independence from Moscow, leaders from France, Germany, and Poland arrived in Chisinau to back the country’s EU membership bid and push back against Russia’s growing influence. Moldova’s pro-European President Maia Sandu welcomed Emmanuel Macron, Friedrich Merz, and Donald Tusk to reaffirm the country’s westward path ahead of crucial elections. With fears of Russian interference looming and war raging across the border in Ukraine, Moldova hopes to make EU accession an "irreversible" reality. Can Europe hold the line against Moscow's pressure?

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A devastating night for Ukraine. Russia has launched a massive coordinated attack, knocking out power to over 100,000 homes by targeting critical energy infrastructure. Simultaneously, Ukrainian officials have confirmed a significant Russian breakthrough into the vital Dnipropetrovsk region. Russia pushed back Wednesday against the idea of European peacekeeping troops being deployed to Ukraine, and downplayed chances of a meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, in another blow to the chances of a peace deal.


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Ukraine's Ambassador to India, Oleksandr Polishchuk, confirmed that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky will visit India soon, but the dates of the visit have not been finalised yet. The statement by the Ukrainian president came after Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended an invitation to Zelensky. The envoy said that Kyiv urges India's greater involvement in solving the Russia-Ukraine war. The Ukrainian Ambassador noted that India-Ukraine relations have improved since 2023, with both countries exploring a potential strategic partnership. He highlighted India's active engagement with Ukraine, including multiple meetings between PM Modi and President Zelenskyy at the UN.&nbsp; &nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/russia-ukraine-war-talks-zelensky-modi-plan-unga-meeting-in-september-1755074101319/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/russia-ukraine-war-talks-zelensky-modi-plan-unga-meeting-in-september-1755074101319/embed</a>Read More | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/zelensky-calls-pm-modi-amid-trump-s-tariff-threats-over-russian-oil-sanctions-personal-meeting-ukraine-war-discussed-1754918903247">Zelensky calls PM Modi amid Trump's tariff threats over Russian oil</a>&nbsp;"The Indian Prime Minister invited Zelensky to come to India. Both sides are working on this. We expect President Zelensky to be in India, definitely. It will be a great achievement in our bilateral relationship. We are trying to agree on a precise date. We expect more Indian involvement in the peace-building process in Ukraine, definitely in the political negotiation with the Russians," Polishchuk said while speaking to ANI on Ukraine's National Flag Day. On broader diplomacy, the Ambassador stated Ukraine remains open to talks, depending on Russia’s stance and Western support. He also emphasised the US as a key ally and reiterated Ukraine’s readiness for dialogue following the Alaska meeting. Earlier, President Zelensky extended Independence Day greetings to India, expressing hope for India’s role in promoting global peace and ending the war with Russia.&nbsp;Read More | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-s-putin-dials-up-pm-modi-ahead-of-trump-zelensky-meeting-share-insights-on-alaska-summit-1755518537251">Russia’s Putin dials up PM Modi ahead of Trump-Zelensky meeting, ‘share insights’ on Alaska summit</a><h2>Putin and Zelensky dials PM Modi after recent US visit</h2>Russian President Vladimir Putin on Monday (Aug 18) called Modi to share insights on his recent meeting with US President Donald Trump in Alaska on the Ukraine conflict. In a post on X, PM Modi affirmed India’s stance, calling for a peaceful resolution of the war between Russia and Ukraine. He also expressed his support and said that he looks forward to continued exchanges with Putin in the future. Zelensky also held a telephonic conversation with PM Modi, and the two leaders discussed the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war. Both leaders are also likely to hold a personal meeting in September during the United Nations General Assembly. &nbsp;&nbsp;Read More | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/modi-zelensky-plan-to-meet-at-unga-is-this-a-diplomatic-signal-to-us-ahead-of-trump-putin-summit-over-ukraine-russia-war-1755063867261">Modi-Zelensky plan to meet at UNGA. Is this a diplomatic signal to US ahead of Trump-Putin summit over Ukraine-Russia war</a>

Ukrainian President Zelensky is set to visit India soon, following PM Modi’s invitation. Ties between India and Ukraine have strengthened since 2023, with growing cooperation and peace talks. Both leaders are also expected to meet at the UNGA amid broader diplomatic efforts on the war.

Ukraine's Ambassador to India, Oleksandr Polishchuk, confirmed that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky will visit India soon, but the dates of the visit have not been finalised yet. The statement by the Ukrainian president came after Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended an invitation to Zelensky. The envoy said that Kyiv urges India's greater involvement in solving the Russia-Ukraine war. The Ukrainian Ambassador noted that India-Ukraine relations have improved since 2023, with both countries exploring a potential strategic partnership. He highlighted India's active engagement with Ukraine, including multiple meetings between PM Modi and President Zelenskyy at the UN. https://www.wionews.com/videos/russia-ukraine-war-talks-zelensky-modi-plan-unga-meeting-in-september-1755074101319/embed Read More | Zelensky calls PM Modi amid Trump's tariff threats over Russian oil "The Indian Prime Minister invited Zelensky to come to India. Both sides are working on this. We expect President Zelensky to be in India, definitely. It will be a great achievement in our bilateral relationship. We are trying to agree on a precise date. We expect more Indian involvement in the peace-building process in Ukraine, definitely in the political negotiation with the Russians," Polishchuk said while speaking to ANI on Ukraine's National Flag Day. On broader diplomacy, the Ambassador stated Ukraine remains open to talks, depending on Russia’s stance and Western support. He also emphasised the US as a key ally and reiterated Ukraine’s readiness for dialogue following the Alaska meeting. Earlier, President Zelensky extended Independence Day greetings to India, expressing hope for India’s role in promoting global peace and ending the war with Russia. Read More | Russia’s Putin dials up PM Modi ahead of Trump-Zelensky meeting, ‘share insights’ on Alaska summit Putin and Zelensky dials PM Modi after recent US visit Russian President Vladimir Putin on Monday (Aug 18) called Modi to share insights on his recent meeting with US President Donald Trump in Alaska on the Ukraine conflict. In a post on X, PM Modi affirmed India’s stance, calling for a peaceful resolution of the war between Russia and Ukraine. He also expressed his support and said that he looks forward to continued exchanges with Putin in the future. Zelensky also held a telephonic conversation with PM Modi, and the two leaders discussed the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war. Both leaders are also likely to hold a personal meeting in September during the United Nations General Assembly. Read More | Modi-Zelensky plan to meet at UNGA. Is this a diplomatic signal to US ahead of Trump-Putin summit over Ukraine-Russia war

Ukrainian President Zelensky is set to visit India soon, following PM Modi’s invitation. Ties between India and Ukraine have strengthened since 2023, with growing cooperation and peace talks. Both leaders are also expected to meet at the UNGA amid broader diplomatic efforts on the war.

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