Kazakhstan has suspended oil shipments to a major Russian terminal, citing escalating security risks from Ukrainian drone attacks on tankers in the Black Sea.
The decision marks a significant escalation in the logistical fallout from the conflict, as Astana moves to protect its export infrastructure from collateral damage.
The halt follows a series of reported strikes by Ukrainian defense forces on Russian maritime assets.
The halt follows a series of reported strikes by Ukrainian defense forces on Russian maritime assets.
Recent operations have targeted 12 Russian tankers, a tugboat, and a cargo ship in the Sea of Azov, according to reports from Ukraine’s General Staff.
Additionally, an oil terminal in St. Petersburg was reportedly struck in early July, highlighting the expanding reach of attacks on energy infrastructure.
This development underscores the growing vulnerability of Russian-linked shipping routes.