The occupation of the city of Avdeyevka by the Russian army has dealt a heavy blow to the Western military aid countries, however, now the focus of the West has turned to the reasons for the victory of the Russian army.
Among them, Russia's "sufficient ammunition" became a hot topic. Compared to the frequent shortage of ammunition in 2022, Russia's equipment and ammunition in the warring zone have now surpassed that of Ukraine aided by the West.
In addition, the Russian army did not collapse while increasing the production of ammunition, which became a key factor in their victory.
On the day of the Munich Security Conference, when Indian Foreign Minister S Jaishankar met with Blinken, the moderator asked him the question of buying Russian oil.
Since March 2022, India's purchases of Russian oil have soared sevenfold, making it one of the world's largest buyers of Russian oil.
Despite criticism from the West and warnings from the United States, India insists on buying Russian oil. This suggests that India has not been affected by Western sanctions and is likely to continue to maintain close energy cooperation with Russia.
Jaishankar responded wittily to the host's aggressive question: "We chose to buy Russian oil because we were smart enough to make multiple choices, not forced to be helpless.
You should be in awe for my wisdom, not in my criticism. Does this affect other people? I don't think so. ”
His answer made the atmosphere light-hearted, and Blinken and German Foreign Minister Baerbock laughed along with him, and even Blinken did not pursue the matter in depth.
Amid the turmoil in the Avdeyevka region and the discussion of Russian oil production in the West, the moderator's question sparked speculation about India's purchase of Russian oil.
Because while Indian refiners have been buying discounted Russian oil, India** has been thought to be indirectly financing Russia's military operations.
Instead of refuting this speculation, Indian Foreign Minister S Jaishankar responded with humor and decency.
His answer not only eased the atmosphere of the scene, but also avoided the stiffness of the conversation, while protecting Blinken in the audience. "India is a smart country that deserves our respect, not judgment. ”
Such responses cleverly steer clear of sensitive topics while also bringing a light-hearted atmosphere to the conversation.
The Indian people were dissatisfied with the moderator's question about India's purchase of Russian oil, which they believed was a way to shirk responsibility for Ukraine's defeat.
Presenter Jaishankar explained that in today's interconnected world, it is difficult to establish a single-dimensional relationship, so there is a difference in life. He stressed that India is not anti-Western, but chooses its trade partners according to its own interests.
The commentary noted that every time the United States asked India this question, it always got a "self-inflicted" answer, but they never gave up pulling India over to the side of the West.
However, India already has an independent diplomatic concept, and it is very difficult to turn India into a puppet of the West.