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Finland-based think tank Centre for Research on Energy and Clean Air (CREA) has released a report highlighting what it calls the West’s double standard on Russian oil imports, pointing out that EU countries have contributed more to Russia’s fossil fuel revenues than India since the Ukraine conflict began.Key Points:
- Revenue Share from Russian Fossil Fuel Exports (since Ukraine conflict):
- EU countries: 23%
- India: 13%
- Transport: Over half of the barrels are transported by G7+ tankers.
- EU Imports from Russiainclude:
- Fossil fuels (oil, gas, coal)
- Fertilizers
- Chemicals
- Iron & steel
- Transport equipment
- Context: The report aligns with India’s position that Western criticism selectively targets New Delhi while overlooking Europe’s continued trade with Russia.
Updated Aug 7 2025, 2:08 PM — Source: NewsOnAIR