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Ukraine Says It Struck Russian Oil Terminal in Crimea
Published by Global Banking & Finance Review®
Posted on April 8, 2026
1 min readLast updated: April 8, 2026
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Ukraine’s drone forces struck the Feodosia oil terminal in Russian‑occupied Crimea on April 8, targeting its largest maritime fuel hub to disrupt supplies to Russian troops in the region.
Ukraine Hits Major Russian Oil Terminal in Crimea, Affecting Fuel Supply
Ukrainian Strike Targets Key Russian Oil Infrastructure
Details of the Attack
KYIV, April 8 (Reuters) - The Ukrainian military hit Russia's oil terminal in Russian-occupied Crimea, the drone forces commander said on Wednesday.
Location and Importance of the Terminal
Ukrainian forces struck the terminal in Feodosia, the largest maritime oil terminal on the peninsula, Robert Brovdi said on the Telegram app.
Impact on Russian Military Operations
The terminal plays a key role in supplying fuel to Russian troops in Crimea.
Broader Context of Ukraine’s Attacks
Ukraine has recently stepped up attacks on Russia's oil infrastructure. Russia relies heavily on energy revenues to support its four-year-old full-scale war in Ukraine.
(Reporting by Yuliia DysaEditing by Ros Russell)
Key Takeaways
- •The Feodosia terminal is the main oil transshipment hub in Crimea and crucial for supplying fuel to Russian forces (global.espreso.tv).
- •This attack is part of Ukraine’s intensified campaign targeting Russian oil infrastructure—including Primorsk, Ust‑Luga and Novorossiysk—to cut Moscow’s oil export revenues (aljazeera.com).
- •Previous strikes on Feodosia in October 2024 and October 2025 significantly damaged fuel storage tanks and caused supply shortages across Crimea (global.espreso.tv)
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Frequently Asked Questions about Ukraine says it struck Russian oil terminal in Crimea
1Where was the Russian oil terminal hit by Ukraine located?
The oil terminal was located in Feodosia, Crimea, which is Russian-occupied territory.
2How did Ukraine attack the oil terminal in Crimea?
Ukraine used drone forces to strike the Feodosia oil terminal.
3Why is the Feodosia oil terminal significant?
The Feodosia oil terminal is the largest maritime oil terminal in Crimea and plays a key role in supplying fuel to Russian troops.
4Why has Ukraine increased attacks on Russian oil infrastructure?
Ukraine has stepped up attacks to disrupt Russia's energy supply, which supports its ongoing war effort.