A U.S. official said Ukraine has agreed not to target certain
non‑Russian‑flagged tankers or Black Sea oil infrastructure vital to
Kazakhstan’s crude exports. The official said last month’s attacks had disrupted
loading; regional activity fell sharply after strikes near the Caspian Pipeline
Consortium terminal at Novorossiysk. Ukraine has set up a liaison for commercial
shippers to share information and help ensure safe transit. The commitment,
After reached meetings between senior U.S. and Ukrainian officials, could pave
the way for higher regional oil flows.