In September, Russia’s seaborne oil product exports experienced a 17.1% drop, totaling 7.58 million metric tons, due to Ukrainian drone attacks disrupting refinery operations. The strikes caused unplanned outages at key facilities operated by Surgutneftegaz, Lukoil, and Rosneft, resulting in reduced fuel shipments. Exports from various port regions decreased, while analysts suggest that continued attacks undermine Russia’s fuel production and could lead to prioritization of domestic supply. This follows a previously reported 9.1% decline in seaborne oil product exports for 2024, attributed to the aforementioned factors.
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Playboy Ukraine’s special edition showcases the “Beauty with Scars” project, featuring photos of five Ukrainian women—three servicewomen and two civilians—who sustained injuries, including amputations, during the war. The project, photographed by Kostiantyn Liberov, aims to redefine beauty and inspire resilience in women who have experienced trauma. The women, who include a sniper, drone operator, and captain in the Armed Forces, share their stories of survival and recovery. The magazine highlights their strength and celebrates their enduring beauty.
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Ukrainian Special Operations Forces (SSO) recently reported eliminating 13 North Korean soldiers in Russia’s Kursk Oblast, employing both ground combat and drone strikes. The operation, part of ongoing SSO activity in the region since August 2024, involved multiple regiments and resulted in the recovery of weapons and documents suggesting the presence of North Korean officers. These actions are a response to Russia’s deployment of North Korean troops to bolster its forces facing Ukrainian offensives. The SSO’s actions have resulted in significant losses for both Russian and North Korean forces in the Kursk Oblast.
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John Q. Hosedrinker