Ukraine has completed the repair of the damaged section of the Druzhba oil pipeline, which was hit by Russian shelling. This was announced today by President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. The pipeline is ready to resume operations.
Oil pipeline repairs completed
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced that Ukraine has completed repairs to the part of the Druzhba oil pipeline that was damaged by a Russian missile strike. The restoration of the infrastructure makes it possible to start further operation of the facility.
According to the president, all the necessary technical measures have been completed and the pipeline can operate again in the normal mode. No further details on the extent of the damage or the timeframe for repairs have been disclosed.
Context of the event
Druzhba pipeline is one of the key routes oil transportation through Ukraine to European countries. The damage to the section was the result of a Russian strike, which affected the stability of energy supplies in the region.
The repairs were carried out to quickly resume oil transit. The resumption of the pipeline is of strategic importance for the energy security of Ukraine and its partners.
Official position of Ukraine
President Zelenskyy's statement underscores Ukraine's readiness to quickly restore critical infrastructure, even under the constant threat of shelling. The Ukrainian authorities did not provide further details on specific security measures or technical solutions.
The pipeline will continue to operate in accordance with standard procedures. Ukraine continues to provide energy transit despite the difficult situation in the country.
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