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Ukraine Hits Slavyansky Oil Refinery and Rostov Depot in Escalation of Drone Attacks on Russian Energy

December 17, 2025 Clark Savage99

In a bold escalation of its campaign against Russia\’s war machine, Ukraine launched overnight drone strikes on key energy infrastructure deep inside Russian territory. The attacks targeted the Slavyansky Oil Refinery in the Krasnodar region and the Nikolaevskaya oil depot in Rostov, disrupting fuel supplies critical to Moscow\’s military operations. Confirmed by Kyiv\’s military intelligence […]

Trump Announces Blockade on Sanctioned Dark Fleet Tankers

December 16, 2025 Clark Savage125

In a bold escalation of U.S. policy toward Venezuela, President Donald Trump has ordered a \”total and complete blockade\” of all sanctioned oil tankers entering or leaving the country. The announcement, made via Truth Social, comes amid rising tensions over Venezuela\’s use of shadowy \”dark fleet\” vessels to evade international sanctions and export crude oil, […]

Will Oil Be the Next in the Commodity Bull Run?

December 16, 2025 Clark Savage140

ENB Pub Note: This is a fantastic article from the Merchant\’s News Substack by Giacomo Prandelli. We highly recommend subscribing to and reading his Substack. Stu Turley just had an interview with Giacomo, and the podcast is in production for release soon. We will keep you posted. Everyone’s celebrating gold breaking $4,200 and silver doubling […]

Chinese Teapot Refiner Buys Russian Oil at Steep Discount – Sanctions don\’t work as intended

December 15, 2025 Clark Savage171

In a move that underscores the ongoing ripple effects of Western sanctions on Russia\’s energy sector, at least one independent Chinese refiner—commonly known as a \”teapot\”—has snapped up Russian ESPO crude at a significant discount. The purchase, made late last week, came at a markdown of $7 to $8 per barrel below the ICE Brent […]

Alaska LNG Pipeline Gets Final Approvals Ahead of Schedule

December 15, 2025 Clark Savage187

In a major boost for U.S. energy infrastructure and Alaska\’s economy, the Alaska LNG project has secured all necessary federal permits ahead of schedule, paving the way for what could become one of the largest natural gas developments in North America. This milestone, achieved under the Federal Permitting Improvement Steering Council\’s oversight, marks the end […]

Regime Change in Venezuela Will Change the Oil Markets

December 15, 2025 Clark Savage158

Or is this about the Monroe Doctrine? 1. The Trump administration’s actions against Venezuela, including the capture of a “dark fleet” oil tanker. We discuss whether this is more about oil or a show of force against the Venezuelan government. Stu chimes in that Panama is not renewing their “Belt and Road” initiative with China, […]

Global Oil Demand to Increase Over the Next 15 Years: What Does This Mean for Investors?

December 14, 2025 Clark Savage163

In a world increasingly focused on energy transitions and geopolitical tensions, recent projections paint a picture of sustained growth in global oil demand. According to a report from the CNPC Economics and Technology Research Institute, global oil demand is expected to continue rising until peaking in 2040 at 4.8 billion tons, marking a significant upward […]

Regime Change in Venezuela Will Change the Oil Markets

December 14, 2025 Clark Savage204

Venezuela, home to the world\’s largest proven oil reserves, has long been a pivotal player in global energy dynamics. However, years of political turmoil, economic mismanagement, and stringent U.S. sanctions have crippled its oil industry, reducing production from peaks of around 2 million barrels per day (bpd) in the mid-2010s to roughly 900,000 bpd today. […]

Ukrainian Drone Strikes Escalate: Afipsky Refinery Hit Amid Wave of Attacks on Russian Oil Infrastructure

December 13, 2025 Clark Savage196

In a series of bold operations, Ukrainian forces have intensified their drone campaigns against Russian energy assets, underscoring the ongoing geopolitical tensions\’ profound impact on global oil markets. The latest strikes, including a significant hit on the Afipsky oil refinery in Krasnodar Krai, highlight Ukraine\’s strategy to disrupt Russia\’s oil production and export capabilities. Additional […]

Dark Fleet Oil Ships Dock in Venezuela, Showing Challenge for US

December 13, 2025 Clark Savage183

In a bold display of defiance against US sanctions, two shadowy supertankers—operating under the pseudonyms \”Crag\” and \”Galaxy 3\”—have docked at Venezuela\’s Jose port to load nearly 4 million barrels of Merey 16 crude oil destined for Asia. These vessels, part of the infamous \”dark fleet\” used to evade international restrictions, highlight the ongoing cat-and-mouse […]

Category: Crude Oil News

Ukraine Hits Slavyansky Oil Refinery and Rostov Depot in Escalation of Drone Attacks on Russian Energy

Trump Announces Blockade on Sanctioned Dark Fleet Tankers

Will Oil Be the Next in the Commodity Bull Run?

Chinese Teapot Refiner Buys Russian Oil at Steep Discount – Sanctions don\’t work as intended

Alaska LNG Pipeline Gets Final Approvals Ahead of Schedule

Regime Change in Venezuela Will Change the Oil Markets

Global Oil Demand to Increase Over the Next 15 Years: What Does This Mean for Investors?

Regime Change in Venezuela Will Change the Oil Markets

Ukrainian Drone Strikes Escalate: Afipsky Refinery Hit Amid Wave of Attacks on Russian Oil Infrastructure

Dark Fleet Oil Ships Dock in Venezuela, Showing Challenge for US

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