Ukrainian Drones Attack Caspian Pipeline Consortium's Black Sea Terminal, Disrupting Global Oil Supply
On April 6, 2026, Russia reported that Ukrainian drones attacked the Caspian Pipeline Consortium's Black Sea terminal, which is responsible for handling 1.5% of the global oil supply. The attack resulted in damage to the single point mooring, loading infrastructure, and four storage tanks. Additionally, the Ukrainian military claimed responsibility for striking oil loading facilities at the nearby Sheskharis oil terminal in Novorossiysk. These strikes are considered significant as they target Russia's Black Sea export facilities amidst the ongoing conflict with Ukraine. The Caspian Pipeline Consortium's terminal, located near Novorossiysk, is crucial for exporting oil from Kazakhstan, with major shareholders including Chevron and Exxon Mobil.