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Ukrainian Drones Target Caspian Pipeline Consortium's Black Sea Terminal, Impacting Global Oil Supply

Ukrainian Drones Target Caspian Pipeline Consortium's Black Sea Terminal, Impacting Global Oil Supply

On Monday, 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 large storage tanks. The Ukrainian military also reported strikes on oil loading facilities at the nearby Sheskharis oil terminal in Novorossiysk. These attacks are part of Ukraine's increased efforts to target Russia's energy infrastructure amid the ongoing conflict. The Caspian Pipeline Consortium's terminal exports oil from Kazakhstan, with major shareholders including Chevron and Exxon Mobil. The Russian defense ministry accused Ukraine of deliberately targeting these facilities to inflict economic damage on its largest shareholders.
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Ukrainian Drones Target Russian Oil Terminal Amid Ongoing Conflict

Ukrainian Drones Target Russian Oil Terminal Amid Ongoing Conflict

Ukrainian drones have reportedly attacked the Caspian Pipeline Consortium's oil shipping terminal in southern Russia, causing damage to a mooring point and setting four oil tanks on fire. The Ukrainian army claimed responsibility for an attack on a different terminal in the port of Novorossiysk, without mentioning the CPC terminal. This development comes as Ukraine continues to engage in military actions against Russian infrastructure. Meanwhile, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has reiterated his offer for a mutual ceasefire with Russia, particularly concerning strikes on energy infrastructure. This proposal was conveyed to Russia through American intermediaries, but Russia has not shown willingness to agree to the ceasefire, according to Zelenskyy.
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Ukraine Launches Drone Attack on Russian Oil Terminal and Frigate in Novorossiysk

Ukraine Launches Drone Attack on Russian Oil Terminal and Frigate in Novorossiysk

Ukraine has reportedly launched a significant drone attack on the Russian Black Sea port of Novorossiysk, targeting both a Russian frigate and an oil terminal. According to reports, Ukraine claimed to have successfully hit the Admiral Makarov frigate, a Project 11356 class vessel, and caused extensive damage to the oil terminal. The attack involved at least 50 drones, with Russia claiming to have shot down nearly 150 drones over a three-hour period. Videos circulating online appear to show damage to the frigate and large fires at the oil terminal. This attack is part of Ukraine's ongoing efforts to disrupt Russia's oil economy, with Novorossiysk being a critical oil terminal that handles a significant portion of Russia's oil exports.
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Ukraine Launches Ambitious Drone Attack on Russian Frigate and Oil Terminal in Novorossiysk

Ukraine Launches Ambitious Drone Attack on Russian Frigate and Oil Terminal in Novorossiysk

Ukraine has conducted a significant drone attack on the Russian Black Sea port of Novorossiysk, targeting a Russian frigate and the oil terminal. The attack involved at least 50 drones and resulted in extensive damage to the oil terminal, a key hub for Russia's oil exports. The frigate, Admiral Makarov, was also reportedly damaged. This attack is part of Ukraine's broader strategy to impact Russia's oil economy, which is crucial for its revenue. The attack has led to power outages and injuries in the region.
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Russian Grain Ship Attacked by Ukrainian Drones, Raising Global Food Security Concerns

Russian Grain Ship Attacked by Ukrainian Drones, Raising Global Food Security Concerns

A Russian grain ship, initially believed to have sunk following a Ukrainian drone attack, has been located and towed back to shore, according to TASS. The attack, which occurred on April 5, resulted in the death of three crew members. The vessel was transporting wheat from the Port of Azov to Port Kavkaz. This incident has heightened concerns about global food security, especially in light of the ongoing U.S.-Israeli conflict with Iran, which has already disrupted agricultural trade.
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Ukrainian Drones Strike Novorossiysk Oil Terminal, Escalating Pressure on Russian Exports

Ukrainian Drones Strike Novorossiysk Oil Terminal, Escalating Pressure on Russian Exports

In a recent escalation, Ukrainian drones have targeted the Sheskharis oil terminal in Novorossiysk, a critical hub for Russian oil exports on the Black Sea. The attack damaged key infrastructure, including oil-loading stands and pipeline control units, causing significant fires and injuries to civilians. This strike is part of Ukraine's broader strategy to disrupt Russia's oil export capabilities, which are vital for funding its military operations. The Novorossiysk port, a strategic military and logistics base, has been on high alert following repeated Ukrainian strikes. The attack underscores Ukraine's ongoing efforts to weaken Russia's economic and military capacity amid the ongoing conflict.
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Russian attacks kill 4 as Ukraine drones target oil infrastructure

Russian attacks kill 4 as Ukraine drones target oil infrastructure

Ukrainian officials say a Russian drone attack on Odesa has killed two women and a toddler
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Ukrainian Drone Strikes Target Russian Oil Facilities, Impacting Export Capacity

Ukrainian Drone Strikes Target Russian Oil Facilities, Impacting Export Capacity

Ukrainian forces have intensified their attacks on Russian oil infrastructure, focusing on critical facilities in the Leningrad oblast and the Black Sea port of Novorossiysk. Over the past two weeks, multiple strikes have been reported, including a significant attack on the Sheskharis oil terminal. The Institute for the Study of War noted that these attacks are part of a broader strategy to disrupt Russian oil exports. The Ukrainian general staff confirmed a strike on the Lukoil-Nizhegorodnefteorgsintez refinery in Kstovo, which resulted in a fire. Russian air defenses reportedly downed 148 Ukrainian drones, but the attacks have caused substantial damage, leading to power outages affecting nearly half a million households. Russian military bloggers have expressed concerns over the costly and time-consuming repairs needed for the damaged facilities.
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Oil prices extend gains as Trump sharpens rhetoric on Iran

Oil prices extend gains as Trump sharpens rhetoric on Iran

By Anmol Choubey BENGALURU, April 7 (Reuters) - Oil prices extended gains on Tuesday as U.S. President Donald Trump heightened his rhetoric against Iran, threatening stronger action if the country fails to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, a key global oil transit chokepoint.
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Ucrania propuso a Rusia una tregua en los ataques contra objetivos energéticos, anuncia Zelenski

Ucrania propuso a Rusia una tregua en los ataques contra objetivos energéticos, anuncia Zelenski

Ucrania transmitió a Rusia, a través de mediadores estadounidenses, una propuesta de tregua en los ataques contra objetivos energéticos, anunció este lunes el presidente ucraniano, Volodimir Zelenski.
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A Russian attack kills 3 in Odesa while Ukraine targets Russian oil infrastructure, officials say

A Russian attack kills 3 in Odesa while Ukraine targets Russian oil infrastructure, officials say

Ukrainian officials say a Russian drone attack on Odesa has killed two women and a toddler
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OPEC+ debates theoretical oil output hike amid Iran war paralysis, sources say

OPEC+ debates theoretical oil output hike amid Iran war paralysis, sources say

By Olesya Astakhova, Alex Lawler and Ahmad Ghaddar MOSCOW/LONDON, April 5 (Reuters) - OPEC+ may approve an oil output increase on Sunday, four sources from the group said, a rise that will largely exist on paper as  its key members are unable to raise production due to the U.S.-Israeli war with Iran