Brief by Shorts91 NewsDesk / 04:53pm on 05 Aug 2025,Tuesday India Global
Ukraine has alleged that components manufactured in India were found in Russian drones used to target civilians and frontline positions. The claim was made by Andriy Yermak, Chief of Staff to Ukraine’s President, via Telegram, stating that Indian parts were discovered in drones deployed during recent Russian attacks. While Reuters could not independently verify the claim, the allegation adds to growing scrutiny over India’s trade ties with Russia amid the ongoing war. The timing coincides with U.S. President Donald Trump’s threat to raise tariffs on India over its Russian oil purchases, accusing Delhi of profiting while civilians suffer. The discovery could complicate India’s diplomatic positioning in the Russia-Ukraine conflict. (PC: Shutterstock & Brookings Institution)
