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Ukraine Drone Strikes Miss Ust-Luga Terminal

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Satellite imagery shows Ust-Luga crude terminal in Russia's Baltic region remains undamaged following multiple Ukrainian drone attacks, according to recent assessments. The facility, one of Russia's largest oil export terminals, handles significant volumes of crude shipments to European markets.

Ukrainian drone strikes have intensified along Russia's western border in recent months, targeting energy infrastructure and military assets. The Ust-Luga terminal's apparent resilience to these attacks provides a measure of stability for Russian oil exports, which have faced various disruptions since the start of the Ukraine conflict.

The terminal's continued operation suggests Russia's Baltic oil export capabilities remain largely intact despite ongoing hostilities. This development could help maintain current crude flow patterns to European customers, though the situation remains fluid as both sides continue their military operations.