Ukraine Drone Strike Hits Primorsk Oil Port, Damages Fuel Storage

A Ukrainian drone strike damaged fuel reservoirs at the Primorsk oil port in Russia’s Leningrad region, triggering a fire and forcing emergency evacuations. Regional Governor Alexander Drozdenko confirmed that firefighters responded to the blaze after the attack, while workers were moved to safety as authorities assessed the situation.

Air defense systems reportedly intercepted more than 70 drones over the Leningrad region between late Sunday and early Monday. The Primorsk port is a major export facility capable of shipping over 1 million barrels of oil per day, making it a critical part of Russia’s energy infrastructure.

Suspension of Oil Loading Raises Supply Concerns

Industry sources indicated that operations at Primorsk and nearby Ust Luga port, located about 80 kilometers to the south, were temporarily suspended following the incident. Ust-Luga typically handles around 700,000 barrels per day, though officials did not confirm whether it sustained damage.

The disruption comes during heightened volatility in global energy markets, as ongoing military actions continue to target energy and logistics infrastructure.

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