Ukrainian air campaign targets Russian refineries while flashpoints emerge in the Middle East and Strait of Hormuz.
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Updated Sep 3
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Ukrainian air campaign targets Russian refineries while flashpoints emerge in the Middle East and Strait of Hormuz.
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Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.Airstrikes targeted refineries in the Middle East; U.S. monitors Russian oil exports via EIA data.1 source
Ukrainian strikes on Russian refineries reported alongside Middle East flashpoints in the Strait of Hormuz.1 source
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Middle East
geopolitical region encompassing Egypt and most of Western Asia, including Iran
Related events
- U.S. and allies are focusing on Ukrainian developments, including how Ukrainian interceptors are aiding Gulf states during strikes that have knocked out Russian oil refining capacity.
- Europe is grappling with the consequences of the Ukraine invasion, specifically regarding gas reliance and global energy security.
- Saudi Arabia is flooding markets, causing oil glut, influenced by the broader Middle East conflict and the Ukraine war.
- Simultaneous maritime attacks in Hormuz and Gulf of Aden, coupled with conflict escalation and trade disruption in the Black Sea.
- Global concerns are noted regarding Russia's attacks on Ukraine and protracted crises in the Middle East.