Russia Turns to India for Petrol as Ukraine Strikes Cripple Refineries; More Fuel Shipments Likely

Russia has approached Indian refiners for additional petrol supplies after Ukrainian strikes damaged its refining capacity.

At least one cargo of Indian petrol has already sailed to Russia, with more shipments expected if supply arrangements are finalized.

Rosneft, Gazprom Neft, and Lukoil are among the Russian corporations said to have approached Indian refiners.

Approximately 40% of Russia's refining capacity is unlikely to resume operations for at least two months, assuming no new strikes.

Future supplies from India could reach Russia via ship-to-ship exchanges at sea.