India Considering Bangladesh’s Request for Extra Diesel Amid Middle East War Disruptions

India is reviewing Bangladesh’s request for additional diesel supply as concerns grow over a possible global energy crisis due to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.

Speaking at the Indian Ministry of External Affairs’ weekly briefing in New Delhi on Thursday, spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal confirmed that Bangladesh has formally asked India to provide extra diesel to help maintain its energy security. He also said that Sri Lanka and the Maldives have made similar requests.

Jaiswal explained that the Indian government will take a decision after reviewing the country’s own fuel demand and the capacity of its refineries.

The request comes at a time when tensions in the Middle East are escalating. The United States and Israel have launched attacks on Iran, and Iran has responded by targeting US bases in several Middle Eastern countries. As a result of the conflict, countries such as Saudi Arabia and Qatar are experiencing disruptions in electricity and gas production.