What does a refinery blaze in Hungary tell us about Central Europe’s addiction to Russian energy?
Fire cripples Hungary’s main refinery as Serbia faces energy shutdown.
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Analysis of two months of deep strikes explains what Ukraine really targets at Russian oil refineries
The study reveals a deliberate focus on refinery processing units, whose loss cripples output far more than visible explosions do.
Ukraine hits Russia’s Ilsky refinery and Druzhba-linked pipeline station in one night — fire and disruption follow (video)
Strikes in Krasnodar Krai and Bryansk Oblast targeted vital facilities moving and processing oil for Russia’s war machine.
Reuters: Ukraine’s drone strikes force Russia’s Ust-Luga oil port to halve operations in September
Pipeline damage limits the terminal to 350,000 barrels per day, according to two Reuters sources.
Hungary bans Ukrainian commander over Russian pipeline hit — latest sign of Budapest acting as Kremlin’s proxy in EU
Hungarian Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó claimed recent Ukrainian strikes on the Druzhba pipeline allegedly harmed Hungary and Slovakia more than Russia.
UPDATE: Ukraine’s strike disrupts oil supplies to two EU countries still purchasing Russian oil
Ukraine's 950km strike completely halted Russia's Druzhba pipeline, cutting oil supplies to Hungary, Czech Republic, and Slovakia while targeting infrastructure that funds Moscow's 6.3% GDP war spending.
Satellite photos reveal what’s left of Russia’s key oil hub and prized radar in Crimea
Charred pipeline structures and mangled radar towers tell the story of the recent strikes.
G4Media: Romania investigates Russia over chlorine-tainted Azerbaijani oil bound for Europe
Authorities say the contamination could have corroded Petrobrazi refinery equipment, sparking a severe fuel shortage and disrupting European supplies.
Russian oil flows through Hungary unchecked—investigation traces deals to PM Orbán’s closest allies
Russian crude keeps pouring into the EU pipeline, enriching figures tied to both Putin and Orbán.
Hungary and Slovakia expand Russian fuel use while EU cuts imports
New findings show both countries increasing reliance on oil, gas, and nuclear fuel from Russia despite available alternatives.
Moscow oil refinery and Druzhba pipeline targeted in drone attack, Ukraine’s military says
Ukraine's General Staff says the refinery's production facilities were struck, while explosions were recorded "in the area" of the oil pipeline's dispatch station.
Forbes: Ukraine’s new long-range drones capable of round-trip bombing missions
Ukraine’s long-range drones are shifting from one-way attacks to reusable precision bombers.
Ukrainian opposition introduces bill to ban Russian oil transit
European Solidarity registered a draft law in the Parliament to terminate Russian oil transit through Ukraine, targeting revenue sources funding military operations.
Poland stands ready for Ukraine power backup if Slovakia cuts supply, Bloomberg sources say
Slovakia's Russian oil imports via Ukraine's Druzhba pipeline may face potential suspension if Bratislava cuts electricity supplies to Kyiv.
Hungary in talks with Gazprom for additional gas supplies in 2025
Hungarian FM Szijjártó revealed the ongoing talks with Gazprom and threatened to veto EU sanctions if its Russian oil exemption is revoked.
Czechia spends five times more on Russian energy than Ukraine aid, report reveals
The country's reliance on Russian oil increased to 60% in 2023 before dropping slightly in 2024.