Indian-made artillery shells have been redirected by European buyers to Ukraine, igniting tensions with Russia.
Despite Moscow's protests, the transfers have been ongoing for over a year, with no intervention from New Delhi. European nations, including Italy and the Czech Republic, have been instrumental in rerouting these munitions to support Ukraine's defense efforts against Russian aggression. The situation has raised concerns about the violation of India's arms export regulations, which prohibit unauthorized transfers.
This development has caused a diplomatic stir, with Russia expressing its displeasure on multiple occasions, including high-level meetings between Russian and Indian officials.
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Indian shells flowing to Ukraine, despite protests from Russia, Reuters reports
Artillery ammunition manufactured in India is being diverted to Ukraine "despite protests from Moscow," Reuters reported on Sept. 19, citing customs data and nearly a dozen Indian and European government and defense industry officials.
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