The President's Daily Brief PDB Afternoon Bulletin | November 18th, 2025: Russian Oil Sector Continues To Collapse & Berlin Reopens Arms Flow To Israel
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Nov 19, 2025 Russia's oil sector is facing a crisis as Ukrainian drone strikes and new U.S. sanctions cripple its economy. Drones are targeting key refineries, causing significant damage. Meanwhile, Germany plans to lift its arms export freeze to Israel, citing increased stability after a recent ceasefire. This decision comes after considerable domestic pressure and highlights the complexities of international relations. The podcast delves into the implications of both these developments for global politics and security.
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Dual Pressure Crushing Russia's Oil Revenue
- Russia's energy backbone is under dual pressure from Ukrainian long-range strikes and fresh U.S. sanctions.
- This combined physical and economic assault is shrinking revenues and stressing Moscow's war capabilities.
Deep Strikes On Samara Refinery
- Ukraine struck a major Samara refinery using long-range jet-propelled BARS drones reaching nearly 900 miles.
- The refinery has been hit six times and the attack previously forced a temporary shutdown.
Sanctions Trigger Buyer Strike And Storage Glut
- New U.S. sanctions force winding down transactions with Rosneft and Lukoil, prompting major buyers to halt direct purchases.
- That buyer pullback has collapsed Urals prices and left large volumes parked on tankers as floating storage.