economy
March 25, 2026
HEART OF RUSSIA BURNS! Ukrainian drones hit all key ports
A major blow to Russian oil
TL;DR
- Over 40% of Russia's oil export capacity is currently non-operational.
- Ukrainian drone attacks have targeted major western ports (Novorossiysk, Primorsk, Ust-Luga) and the Druzhba pipeline.
- Approximately 2 million barrels per day of crude oil exports are blocked.
- The attacks aim to cut off oil and gas revenues, a significant portion of Russia's budget and military funding.
- Russia is increasing security measures and attempting to reroute exports to Asia, though capacity limitations exist.
- Tanker seizures in European waters further restrict exports, particularly Arctic oil.