Ukrainian strike sets fire to an oil refinery in southern Russia

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1. 2h ago

   Ukraine strikes Russian oil refineries, sparks fire

   Ukraine launched long-range strikes on two major Russian oil refineries, causing a fire at one facility. The attacks come amid increased Ukrainian drone strikes on Russian energy and military sites. Russia has admitted to a fuel deficit. The strikes are part of Ukraine's efforts to disrupt Russia's energy infrastructure.

   Why it matters

   The conflict between Ukraine and Russia has been escalating, with both sides launching attacks on each other's territory. Ukraine's strikes on Russian energy sites aim to weaken Russia's economy and military capabilities. Russia's admission of a fuel deficit suggests that the strikes are having an impact.

   What is confirmed

   • Ukraine launched long-range strikes on two major Russian oil refineries.
   • A fire was caused at an energy plant in Russia's Volgograd.
   • Russia has admitted to a fuel deficit.

   Still unconfirmed

   • A drone attack caused a blaze at an energy plant in Russia's Volgograd, governor says

   What to watch next

   • Further Ukrainian strikes on Russian energy sites
   • Russian response to the Ukrainian attacks
   • Impact on Russia's fuel supply
   Sources used for this update (6)

   1. apnews.com — Ukraine says it hits 2 major Russian oil refineries hours after Zelenskyy’s meeting with Trump
   2. consent.yahoo.com — U.S. halts strikes on Iran for second night as talks move in positive direction
   3. www.globalbankingandfinance.com — Drone attack ignites blaze at energy plant in Russia's Volgograd, governor says
   4. www.aol.com — Ukraine launches devastating attack on 'Russian Amazon' as mushroom cloud seen for miles
   5. www.bbc.com — Russia says seven killed and 40 injured by Ukrainian drone hitting busy beach
   6. www.dumbartonreporter.co.uk — At least nine dead as Russia hits Ukrainian capital with ballistic missiles
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2. 6d ago

   Ukrainian strike sets fire to southern Russian oil refinery

   Ukraine has increased drone strikes on Russian energy and military sites. A major oil refinery in southern Russia caught fire. President Vladimir Putin admitted to a fuel deficit.

   What's confirmed:

   • Ukraine has increased drone strikes against Russian energy and military sites.
   • A major oil refinery in southern Russia caught fire.
   • President Vladimir Putin admitted the country faces a "certain deficit" of fuel.
   Sources used for this update (4)

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   3. List: Where has been hit in Ukraine’s strikes on Russian energy infrastructure?
   4. #ISRAELIRANWAR. Iranian media: Now is not the time to stop fighting, Washington is outgunned. Trump: We won, they want to mediate.s
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3. 31d ago

   Ukraine Targets Russian Oil Refineries and Infrastructure

   Ukraine has increased drone strikes against Russian energy and military sites. A major oil refinery in southern Russia caught fire, and President Vladimir Putin admitted the country faces a "certain deficit" of fuel. Additional strikes hit facilities in the Krasnodar and Yaroslavl regions.

   What's confirmed:

   • Ukrainian drone attacks set fire to a major oil refinery in southern Russia.
   • President Vladimir Putin acknowledged that Russia faces a "certain deficit" of fuel.
   • President Zelensky confirmed strikes on oil refineries in the Yaroslavl and Krasnodar regions.
   • Russian authorities reported at least two people were killed in the southern refinery fire.

   Still unconfirmed:

   • A Moscow oil refinery hit by drones is unlikely to resume production this year.
   • The Vtorovo station supplying fuel to Moscow was struck by Ukraine's Security Service.
   • Kyiv struck a Russian defense plant in Volgograd.
   Sources used for this update (13)

   1. EXCLUSIVE: Moscow oil refinery hit by drone attacks is unlikely to resume production this year, sources say
   2. Ukraine's Security Service strikes again Vtorovo station supplying fuel to Moscow
   3. Ukraine-Russia war latest: Kyiv strikes Russian defence plant in Volgograd
   4. Zelensky Confirms Strikes on Russian Oil Refineries in Krasnodar and Yaroslavl Regions
   5. Ukraine Targets Russian Refineries in Fresh Drone Strikes
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   7. Ukraine's drone assault ignites major oil refinery in Russia | AP News
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