In this seemingly never-ending Russia-Ukraine conflict, as the arsenals of NATO countries are becoming increasingly empty, the Russian army has unexpectedly demonstrated the amazing tactics of "weapon relay". While we were still speculating about whether Russia's backers were from North Korea or Iran, an unexpected name emerged — India, the Asian power, which has sent $4 billion worth of weapons and ammunition to Russia in the last six months.
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So what exactly do these weapons include? It is obvious that artillery shells, tanks and various types of armored vehicles have become a nightmare for NATO countries. When NATO's coffers had to temporarily hang up the sign of "low stock" because of continuous support, Russia not only did not slow down the pace of its force, but because India's supplies seemed stronger.
And nervous NATO members may need a little humor to temper the mood: it turns out that they are competing with a country that can produce T-90 and T-72 tanks to buy artillery shells. You read that right, not only does India have the ability to produce tanks on its own, it also has one of the largest production lines of artillery shells in all of Asia. The new T-90 tanks, which are a headache for the NATO camp, are likely to bear the label "Made in India".
In addition, India's large-caliber artillery shell production group is capable of producing millions of different types of artillery shells per year. These shells may now be supplying Russian artillery with ammunition in an anonymous but effective way, creating a frenzy on the battlefield.
But India's role is much more complicated, it is not only an "arsenal" for Russia, but also quietly sends weapons to NATO countries. Although this "double agent" role may sound like a Hollywood brick plot, the reality is often more dramatic than in the movies. The Czech Republic and other countries openly declared that they had received a large number of 122-mm, 152-mm and 155-mm shells from an "indescribable country" that was none other than India.
Such a situation makes one have to admire India's "great power diplomacy" – to build and maintain its military export market on a global scale. Whether it is Russia in the East or NATO in the West, India seems to be able to perceive the needs of all parties and seize the opportunity to supply accurately.
The Russia-Ukraine conflict is clearly a serious military and moral test, and India has played a crucial role in this drama – a country capable of supplying weapons to both opposing sides. While this is, in some ways, a form of strategic flexibility and pragmatism, it also presents a double challenge and opportunity for its future international image and status.
This protracted conflict is not only a hand-to-hand fight on the battlefield, but also a big chess game in international relations and geopolitics. And in this game, India looks, at least temporarily, like the seasoned businessman who has found an opportunity in the crisis. But in the future, whether this "two-headed bet" strategy can continue to hold will have to go through the double test of time and situation.
Below, let's take a look at the reactions of netizens.
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Some netizens lamented Ah San's wisdom, and some netizens opened up the pattern, thinking that we can also do this.
I wonder how you will feel after reading this article in front of the screen?
Summary: As a bystander, observing India's role in this Russia-Ukraine conflict, on the one hand, I feel extremely shocked, and on the other hand, I can't help but admire its strategic vision and diplomatic tactics. In this huge game between countries, India is not only not engulfed by the situation, but can find its own best interests in this fluctuation.
This ability makes one wonder that in today's globalized world, relations between countries are no longer simply hostile or friendly, but a complex and intertwined network of interests. India's actions, while morally debatable, are also the norm in the international political arena – seeking their own best security and interests. This is not only an observation of India, but also a profound reflection on current international relations.