The Security Service of Ukraine Attacked the Port of Primorsk: Russia Loses $41 Million Daily Due to Oil Export Halt.

According to inkorr.com: On September 12, the Security Service of Ukraine carried out a large-scale drone attack on the Russian port of Primorsk in the Leningrad region, which is the largest oil terminal in Russia on the Baltic Sea. As a result of the strike, two tankers - Kusto and Cai Yun, which belong to the so-called 'shadow fleet' and are registered under the flag of the Seychelles, were damaged.

According to the Security Service, fires broke out in the port on one of the ships and at the pumping station, leading to a complete halt in oil loading. The Ukrainian special service noted that daily losses for the Russian budget due to the suspension of exports may reach $41 million. Experts estimate the total turnover of Primorsk at about $100 million a day, so even a short-term halt in the port's operations creates significant economic difficulties for Moscow.

Attempt by Ukraine to Damage the Russian Economy

Primorsk plays an important role for the 'shadow fleet,' which Russia uses to bypass international sanctions and sell oil on global markets. Annually, about 60 million tons of oil pass through this port, providing the Kremlin with approximately $15 billion in revenue.

According to Reuters, Russian oil exports are already limited—the port of Ust-Luga has been operating at only half capacity since a previous drone attack in August. Despite this, Moscow has raised its September crude oil export plan from western ports to 2.1 million barrels per day, which is 11% more than initial estimates.

The incident at the Russian port of Primorsk indicates Ukraine's significant efforts to harm the Russian economy through attacks on key objects that generate substantial revenue for the country. The loss of control over the 'shadow fleet' could have serious consequences for the Russian economy, forcing it to seek alternative ways to export oil and gas.

The attack on the port of Primorsk and the confirmation of significant economic losses show that Ukraine continues its strategic struggle against Russian aggression, focusing on weakening the opponent's economic base. This again highlights the importance of maritime routes in global trade, as well as the impact of external events on international economic relations and security.