The President's Daily Brief PDB Afternoon Bulletin | November 14th, 2025: Kyiv Torches Critical Russian Oil Hub & Trump’s 'Southern Spear' Tightens the Noose Around Maduro
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Nov 19, 2025 Ukraine strikes a critical Russian oil hub, disrupting millions of barrels a day and driving global oil prices up. The Pentagon announces Operation Southern Spear, targeting narco-terrorist networks in Venezuela as President Trump evaluates military options. There's a buildup of U.S. troops in the Caribbean, while Maduro seeks foreign support amid fears of an attack. The discussions encompass the delicate balance between targeted strikes against drug cartels and the potential for regional escalation.
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Novorossiysk Strike Chokes Russian Oil Exports
- Ukraine's drone and missile strike severely disrupted Novorossiysk, Russia's second-largest oil export hub.
- The hit removed about 2.2 million barrels per day of capacity and spiked global oil prices over 2%.
Strike Amplifies Sanctions' Impact
- The attack compounded U.S. sanctions and backlog, adding a new choke point to seaborne oil exports.
- Analysts warn this could push Russia's export system toward a breaking point amid rerouting and export delays.
Russian Retaliation Hits Kyiv Hard
- Russia retaliated with a massive drone and missile barrage that hit Kyiv and other targets.
- The attack used roughly 430 Shahed drones and 18 ballistic and cruise missiles, killing at least six people.