Ukrainian drones continue to attack Russian oil refineries, leading to a decrease in oil processing volumes, according to the International Energy Agency. It is forecasted that normal processing volumes may not resume before June 2026.
In August, Ukraine struck more than 28 times at Russian oil refineries, causing a gasoline shortage in some regions of Russia. Consequently, the Kremlin imposed restrictions on fuel exports until the end of the year. IEA experts warn that oil processing volumes in Russia may remain low until June 2026, after which they will begin to rise.
IEA states: 'Earlier we assumed a normalization of oil processing by the end of the year, but now we have a more cautious forecast.'
Russia's oil export revenues dropped to a three-month low in September, and fuel exports sharply declined. Even an increase in crude oil exports couldn't save the situation. This reduction in oil and gas revenues creates a critical burden on the Russian economy, which finances the war against Ukraine. The actions of Ukrainian drones against Russian oil refineries have struck at the economic base of Russian aggression.
Ukrainian drones, carrying out attacks on Russian oil refineries, lead to a reduction in oil processing volumes in Russia, which has serious consequences for the Russian economy and defense capability.