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Ukrainian Drone Strikes Cut Russian Oil Output by 400,000 Barrels Daily

4/23/2026

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Ukrainian drone attacks on Russian ports and refineries reduced Russia's oil production in April by 300,000 to 400,000 barrels per day.
Reuters reports the drop marks the sharpest decline since the Covid-19 pandemic.
The drop is part of Ukraine's intensified campaign against infrastructure critical to Russia's state revenue.
Ongoing attacks and scheduled maintenance shutdowns are expected to further limit Russia's oil delivery capabilities.

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Ukrainian drone attacks on Russian ports and refineries reduced Russia's oil production in April by 300,000 to 400,000 barrels per day.
Reuters reports the drop marks the sharpest decline since the Covid-19 pandemic.
The drop is part of Ukraine's intensified campaign against infrastructure critical to Russia's state revenue.
Ongoing attacks and scheduled maintenance shutdowns are expected to further limit Russia's oil delivery capabilities.