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Vladimir Putin warned that Russia might target ships supporting Ukraine if attacks on Moscow's tanker fleet continue, escalating the ongoing energy conflict and threatening retaliatory measures against countries aiding Ukraine, amid increased attacks on Russian and Ukrainian infrastructure in the Black Sea and beyond.
The ongoing Ukraine conflict involves significant energy infrastructure attacks, with Ukrainian drones striking Russian gas and oil facilities, causing fires and disruptions. Russia retaliates with attacks on Ukrainian energy sites, while efforts to curb Russian oil and gas exports include EU sanctions targeting the shadow fleet of illicit tankers. Meanwhile, U.S. political shifts and military actions continue to influence the war dynamics, with recent escalations and diplomatic tensions.
Ukraine launched deep drone strikes on Russian energy infrastructure, targeting refineries and storage facilities, as part of an ongoing escalation in the energy conflict. Despite these attacks, Russia's oil exports increased in August, demonstrating resilience in maintaining export flows despite sanctions and revenue declines. Kyiv plans to continue its drone operations against Russian energy assets, while Moscow adapts to sanctions and price caps, highlighting the ongoing tension in the energy war.