Bloomberg
Russia’s Crude Oil Exports Tumble to Their Lowest Since May
Tuesday, August 11, 2026
Russia's crude oil exports fell to their lowest level since May, according to data tracking shipments from Russian ports. The decline followed a period of reduced drone attacks on Russian oil infrastructure, which enabled refineries to increase processing rates and redirect crude toward domestic supply. Export volumes have fluctuated this year amid ongoing attacks on energy facilities and changes in refinery operations.
