LONDON/ANKARA, May 28: International oil prices climbed sharply after drone attacks targeted three so called “shadow fleet” oil tankers near Turkey’s Black Sea coast, triggering fresh concerns over maritime security and global energy supplies.
Shipping authorities confirmed that emergency response teams were deployed after explosions damaged parts of the vessels. No major casualties were immediately reported, but investigations into the incident are underway.
The attacks raised fears about the vulnerability of energy transport routes already under pressure due to geopolitical conflicts and sanctions related trade disruptions.
Energy analysts warned that prolonged instability in strategic shipping corridors could increase transportation costs and disrupt global oil distribution networks.
Financial markets reacted cautiously, with investors monitoring the possibility of broader regional escalation affecting fuel supplies and inflation trends.
Turkey called for international cooperation to ensure maritime security and prevent further attacks on commercial vessels operating in the Black Sea region.
Experts noted that energy markets remain highly sensitive to geopolitical shocks, particularly amid continuing tensions in West Asia and Eastern Europe.