Turkey significantly decreased its oil imports from Russian ports in July, with further reductions anticipated for August. This shift follows Ukrainian drone strikes targeting Black Sea export terminals, disrupting crucial supply routes. July saw approximately 900,000 metric tons of oil received from Russia, a decline from 1.2 million tons in June. Data from LSEG indicates a particularly sharp fall in shipments via Black Sea ports, dropping from 600,000 tons to just over 300,000 tons. Traders and shipping data analyzed by Reuters point to a direct correlation between the attacks and Turkey’s altered import strategy. The disruptions highlight the vulnerability of Black Sea trade routes amidst the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. This reduction in imports signals a potential recalibration of Turkey’s energy sourcing.