Tanker delivering diesel to Ukraine from India via Romania
Ukraine buys Diesel refined from cheap Russian oil via India | AI News Digest
Ukraine has significantly increased its diesel imports from India, which has become the largest supplier as of July 2025. This shift is notable as India accounted for 15.5% of Ukraine's diesel imports, a substantial rise from just 1.9% a year earlier. The diesel, refined from cheaper Russian oil, is reaching Ukraine through various channels, including tanker deliveries from Romania and routes via Turkey. Despite the U.S. imposing tariffs on Indian goods due to its ties with Russia, Indian diesel is crucial for sustaining Ukraine's wartime economy. Other suppliers like Greece and Turkey remain important, but India's rise marks a dramatic change in the market dynamics.
