Ukraine ramps up drone strikes on Russian oil facilities in latest attack
Ukraine strikes one of Russia’s largest oil refineries
- A significant Russian oil refinery in the Leningrad region was reportedly struck by Ukrainian drones overnight, sparking a fire.
- Both Russian officials and Ukraine's military confirmed the attack on the Kirishi refinery, a major facility operated by Surgutneftegas.
- Ukraine asserts these strikes are aimed at disrupting Moscow's war efforts, with regional governor Alexander Drozdenko confirming three drones were intercepted and the fire extinguished without injuries.
- This incident marks the latest in a series of Ukrainian assaults on Russian oil infrastructure, underscoring the increasing role of drones in the conflict.
- The ongoing drone strikes, coupled with seasonal demand, have contributed to gasoline shortages across Russia, leading to a full ban on gasoline exports until 30 September.