Sri Lanka eyes oil deal with Russia, potentially boosting Kremlin's war chest
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Mon, 15 Dec 2025 12:05:00 +0200

RBC-Ukraine reported the information, citing a statement by the Ambassador of Sri Lanka to the Russian Federation, Shobini Gunasekera.In addition, possible supplies of liquefied natural gas and the modernization of oil refineries for the stable use of Russian energy resources are being discussed."So far, no agreements have been signed, but negotiations are ongoing. We have submitted a relevant proposal," the diplomat noted.Analysts warn that a potential agreement could become another channel for filling the Russian budget, as revenues from energy exports allow the Kremlin to obtain funds to continue its aggression against Ukraine. At the same time, this indicates Russia's attempts to find alternative sales markets in the face of European sanctions.According to the publication, Ukraine, together with its international partners, emphasizes the importance of stopping such schemes in order to limit Moscow's financial capabilities for waging war.In November, Turkey sharply reduced imports of Russian Urals oil due to strengthened sanctions against suppliers of raw materials from the Russian Federation.







