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Turkey was stealthily supplying Russian fuel for Ukrainian tanks. It’s Busted.

Animesh Pandey by Animesh Pandey
July 26, 2023
in Europe
Turkey was stealthily supplying Russian fuel for Ukrainian tanks. It’s Busted.
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In the midst of the Russo-Ukraine clashes, the conflict has taken a bizarre twist with revelations about the source of fuel powering Ukrainian tanks. Amid the chaos and geopolitical tensions, a sensational revelation has come to light – Turkey, a nation claiming to be a benefactor of Russia, has been stealthily supplying Russian fuel for Ukrainian tanks, contradicting its professed image. As the details of this covert operation emerge, it raises questions about Turkey’s motives and its role in the ongoing conflict.

Ukrainian tanks thriving on Russian fuel

According to German media reports, as cited by Russia Today (RT), Ukraine has been relying on Russian oil, refined in Hungary and Turkey, to fuel its Western-supplied tanks and diesel generators. This unexpected assistance from Turkey, a nation historically aligned with Russia, adds a perplexing element to the already complex Russo-Ukraine situation.

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It appears that Turkey while appearing to maintain open channels for the supply of Russian oil to the European Union, has clandestinely facilitated its transfer to Ukraine.

Source: CNN

Prior to the current hostilities, Ukraine sourced approximately 30% of its domestic fuel needs from the Kremenchug refinery in the Poltava Region, which processed imports from Azerbaijan. However, the refinery was severely damaged by Russian missile strikes in April 2022, resulting in limited operational capacity since then.

The shortage of fuel posed a critical challenge for the Ukrainian forces, jeopardizing their military operations.

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Backstabbing Russia, the Turkish way…

In this time of crisis, Turkey’s role in providing fuel becomes particularly significant. The German newspaper’s report, quoting Ukrainian customs officials, indicates that the Hungarian oil and gas giant MOL, with Turkish connections, has doubled its sales to Ukraine in the past six months. This points to Turkey’s pivotal involvement in enabling the transfer of Russian oil to Ukraine through alternative channels.

Source: Hindustan Times

Turkey’s actions have raised eyebrows, given its historical ties with Russia and its role as a bridge between East and West. The covert supply of Russian oil to Ukraine presents a complex geopolitical puzzle, leaving observers to question Turkey’s true intentions and the implications of this involvement in the escalating conflict.

The situation is made even more intriguing by the recent phone call between Russia’s Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov and his Turkish counterpart Hakan Fidan. During the call, they discussed the situation in Ukraine and the Black Sea grain deal. Perhaps this communication reflects Russia’s suspicions regarding Turkey’s actions, suspicions that have now been proven correct.

As the comedy of errors in the Russo-Ukraine clashes continues to unfold, the revelation about Turkey’s covert fuel supply adds another layer of complexity to an already convoluted situation. The dynamics of international relations in the region are ever-changing, and this incident further underscores the intricate web of alliances and interests at play.

The implications of Turkey’s actions are far-reaching, not only for the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine but also for regional stability and the balance of power in the broader geopolitical landscape. The fuel supply revelation may alter perceptions of Turkey’s role in the international community and have consequences on diplomatic relations with other nations involved in the conflict.

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The discovery of Turkey’s clandestine supply of Russian fuel for Ukrainian tanks has unveiled an unexpected twist in the Russo-Ukraine conflict. As this complex geopolitical puzzle continues to evolve, questions about Turkey’s motives and its position in the region demand answers.

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Animesh Pandey

Animesh Pandey

Commerce Student from DAV College, Kanpur. Devoted Student of Shivaji, Chandra Shekhar Azad, Subhas Chandra Bose and now Narendra Modi. Patriot by birth, nationalist and straightforward by choice, and singer/writer by passion. Writing for the Inquilab of intellect, because koi bhi Desh perfect nahin hota, use banana padta hai.

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