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The Ukrainian Defense Forces reported successful overnight strikes targeting the Kirishi Oil Refinery and the Yeysk Airfield in Russia, including a UAV launch site. The attacks mark a continued escalation in long-range cross-border operations.
The Kirishi Oil Refinery in Russia's Leningrad Region has halted operations following a drone strike, with industry sources reporting damage to several crude distillation and secondary units.
Russia's Kirishi oil refinery, which was struck by drones on March 26, may only resume operations at three of its four main units within a month, according to Reuters.
Kyiv's military command confirmed overnight drone and missile attacks targeting strategic assets in the Kirishi region and Yeysk, including an airbase and a drone manufacturing facility.
A governor has stated that Ukraine attempted to attack Russia's Kirishi oil refinery.
The Kremlin has denied reports that President Vladimir Putin pressured leading Russian businessmen to donate money to stabilize the country's finances for the Ukraine war, clarifying that while contributions are welcomed, they are voluntary. This comes after earlier reports indicated Putin was demanding funds from oligarchs for the ongoing conflict.
A drone attack caused a major blaze at a key oil processing facility in Russia’s Leningrad region, disrupting regional energy infrastructure.
NASA satellite imagery indicates that Russia's Kirishi oil refinery is on fire.