Moscow oil refinery attack brings Russia's war with Ukraine closer to home
Ukraine launched its largest drone offensive of the war against a Moscow oil refinery. President Volodymyr Zelensky stated the attack was a response to Russian strikes on Ukrainian cities. Ukraine now expects a reaction from the Kremlin.
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The update adds President Zelensky's justification for the attack and the anticipation of a Russian response.
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Zelensky defends Moscow refinery strike as justified response
confidence 100%Ukraine launched its largest drone offensive of the war against a Moscow oil refinery. President Volodymyr Zelensky stated the attack was a response to Russian strikes on Ukrainian cities. Ukraine now expects a reaction from the Kremlin.
What's confirmed:
- President Volodymyr Zelensky called the strike a "fully justified response to Russian strikes on our cities and communities"
Still unconfirmed:
- Ukrainians are bracing for the Kremlin's response to the drone strike
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Ukraine Launches Largest Drone Attack on Moscow Targeting Oil Refinery
confidence 90%Ukraine conducted its largest drone offensive on Moscow of the full-scale war, striking a key oil refinery in the southeast of the city. The attack caused fires and forced evacuations at Russia's largest airport. These strikes are part of a broader effort to damage the oil industry that funds Russia's military operations.
What's confirmed:
- Ukraine launched the largest drone offensive on Moscow of the full-scale war.
- The attack damaged a key oil refinery in the south-east of the city and caused fires.
- The air raid forced an evacuation at Russia's largest airport.
- Russia has threatened escalation following the drone attacks.
Still unconfirmed:
- Kyiv stated the attack was a response to a strike on a historic monastery.
- Video evidence suggests the refinery blast may have been caused by friendly fire.
- Russia may import gasoline by sea due to looming shortages.