RUSSIAN Oil Refineries Close After Second Day of Drone Attacks as Ukraine Targets Russian Oil Income
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Russia’s oil and gas facilities have been under attack by Ukrainian drones, causing significant damage and disruption to its energy production. The attacks, which began two days ago, have resulted in the shutdown of four facilities, including a major refinery in Russia, with a production capacity of over 340,000 barrels of oil per day. The Russian economy is expected to lose around $150 million per day in revenue as a result of these attacks.
The attacks are part of a broader offensive by Ukraine, which has been developing its drone technology and strategy to target Russian oil and gas facilities. Ukraine has set up a program, called Brave One, to develop and manufacture drones for military use, with funding from the government and industry partners. This initiative has attracted over 200 companies, including technology startups, to join the effort.
The impact of these attacks is not limited to Russia’s economy. The global oil market is also affected, with oil prices rising to their highest level in four months. The attacks have caused a significant disruption to the supply of Russian oil, which is now struggling to maintain its production levels.
The Ukrainian strategy to target Russia’s oil and gas facilities is seen as a game-changer in the conflict, as it challenges Russia’s military superiority and forces it to respond to a new and unpredictable threat. The attacks have also raised concerns among the Russian population, with President Putin labeling them as a deliberate attempt by Ukraine to damage his authority ahead of the upcoming presidential election.
The long-term implications of this new strategy are still unknown, but it has the potential to change the dynamics of the conflict and have a significant impact on the global economy.