https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/russian-panic-over-putin-s-war-runs-rampant-as-attacks-spiralContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/russian-panic-over-putin-s-war-runs-rampant-as-attacks-spiralhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/russian-panic-over-putin-s-war-runs-rampant-as-attacks-spiral#u66444Sat, 12 Sep 2026 18:22:00 +0000Ukrainian drone attacks are targeting Russia's energy infrastructure to weaken its economy and energy-based leverage. The International Energy Agency reports these strikes are degrading the Russian oil-refining industry. Some estimates suggest Russia could lose 30% of its oil refining capacity for a period of 18 months. These military actions coincide with deepening anxiety among the Russian population as they prepare to vote.Why it mattersRussia has historically used its energy exports as a geopolitical tool. By hitting refineries, Ukraine aims to disrupt the internal fuel supply and red