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Fuel from South Korea being shipped to Russia as Ukraine war grinds on
Publication: World news | The Guardian
Author: Raphael Rashid in Seoul
Source published: 05/10/2026, 23:50:12 UTC
Briefing created: 06/10/2026, 02:13:59 UTC
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Briefings
A Guardian analysis reveals over 176,000 tonnes of fuel, primarily diesel, were loaded onto seven tankers in July and August 2026, with voyages reaching Russian ports. This activity occurred while the war in Ukraine continued, prompting concerns about Seoul's public support for Kyiv. The data comes from port records and ship-tracking analysis.
Key points
- Over 176,000 tonnes of fuel, mostly diesel, were loaded onto seven tankers in July and August 2026, with voyages reaching Russian ports.
- The fuel shipment occurred while the war in Ukraine continued, prompting concerns about Seoul's public support for Kyiv.
Context and limitations
Data covers July and August 2026 only; specific ship names, exact loading dates per vessel, and the full scope of Ukrainian military actions are not detailed in the source.
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