Russia's main Baltic Sea oil ports have suspended operations following a series of Ukrainian drone attacks, marking one of the most significant strikes against Russian energy infrastructure.
The terminals at Primorsk and Ust-Luga, essential for exports of crude oil and petroleum products, have interrupted their loading following fires triggered by these attacks.
According to sources, several storage tanks were affected, causing significant smoke emissions visible as far away as Finland.
The city of Oust-Louga has reportedly been partially sealed off by the authorities, while security and firefighting operations continue.
These strikes constitute a significant escalation in the conflict between Russia and Ukraine, directly targeting strategic export infrastructure.
They come at a time when energy markets are already tense, weakened by the war in the Middle East and disruptions to maritime transport.
This new disruption to Russian oil flows could increase uncertainty in global markets and contribute to price volatility.
In addition, two Ukrainian drones reportedly also landed in Latvia and Estonia, without causing major damage, illustrating the risks of the conflict spilling over beyond the areas directly concerned.
Although no casualties have been reported, this episode underlines the vulnerability of energy infrastructure and the potential for regional escalation in an already extremely unstable geopolitical context.
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