Economy Ministry: Druzhba pipeline filling resumes, Russian oil to reach Slovakia on Thursday

Russia has resumed filling the Druzhba pipeline, with deliveries of crude oil expected to reach Slovakia by Thursday, according to the Economy Ministry. This restoration of flows alleviates near-term supply concerns in Central Europe and signals a partial normalization in Russian oil export logistics after recent disruptions. The resumption supports Russian export revenue stability and reinforces physical demand for Urals crude, underpinning price differentials and refining margins in the region. Markets will monitor whether sustained throughput levels hold, as any further interruptions could trigger renewed regional supply risk premiums. Traders are watching the upcoming JODI and EIA oil supply reports for confirmation of Russian crude export volumes and potential rerouting patterns.

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