Ukraine’s Precision Strikes Expose Russia’s Economic Vulnerabilities Amid Prolonged Conflict

Ukraine’s sustained long-range military operations inside Russian territory have dealt a critical blow to Moscow’s oil refining capacity, slashing it by an estimated 20%, according to intelligence cited by President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. This is not just a tactical victory but a strategic disruption striking at the core of Russia’s ability to finance its ongoing aggression.Why Does This Matter to America?Russia’s war machine depends heavily on revenues from energy exports—particularly oil—to bankroll its invasion of Ukraine. By reducing refinery output on Russian soil, Ukraine forces the Kremlin to grapple with diminished resources at home while simultaneously fending off an international coalition...