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Ukraine Strikes Druhba Pipeline Amid Ongoing Tensions

12/3/2025

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The Druhba oil pipeline in Russia was attacked on December 1, 2025, using remote-controlled explosives, per Ukraine's military intelligence.
The pipeline transports Russian oil to European refineries, notably Hungary and Slovakia, which still import Russian crude.
Despite appeals from Hungary and Slovakia for Ukraine to avoid further attacks, Ukrainian strikes continue.
The Druzhba pipeline remains operational for some Central European nations despite the EU reducing Russian oil imports.

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The Druhba oil pipeline in Russia was attacked on December 1, 2025, using remote-controlled explosives, per Ukraine's military intelligence.
The pipeline transports Russian oil to European refineries, notably Hungary and Slovakia, which still import Russian crude.
Despite appeals from Hungary and Slovakia for Ukraine to avoid further attacks, Ukrainian strikes continue.
The Druzhba pipeline remains operational for some Central European nations despite the EU reducing Russian oil imports.