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Ukraine has confirmed strikes on Russian oil refineries, including one in Orsk, and logistics centers, with reports indicating significant damage and colossal losses for a major online marketplace warehouse. These attacks are occurring deep within Russian territory, far from the front lines.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's approval rating has reportedly fallen below that of his generals, with only 18% of Ukrainians fully trusting him. This comes as he prepares for his first official visit to Serbia and addresses ongoing war efforts.
Over the past week, operatives of the Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) successfully struck five Russian oil refineries and several aircraft, along with other military and energy infrastructure targets.
Following systematic drone strikes on Russian oil refineries and tankers, Ukraine has broadened its campaign to include Russia's logistics infrastructure, targeting warehouses belonging to companies like Wildberries.
Russian oil refineries have resumed exchange fuel sales, though trading volumes have significantly plunged amidst the ongoing fuel crisis. The crisis's potential economic damage remains a concern.
Ukrainian drone attacks are significantly impacting Russian oil refineries, causing delays and trapping millions of barrels at sea. These attacks have also blocked a crucial Russian route for grain exports, disrupting key trade operations.
Ukraine has launched a series of drone attacks targeting major oil refineries in central Russia, leading to fuel shortages and prompting Russia to recruit personnel for refinery defense. These strikes come as Russia faces increased demand for gasoline and have been described as a technological humiliation for the empire.
Ukrainian drones have reportedly struck Russia's largest oil refinery, located in Omsk, Western Siberia, approximately 2,700 kilometers from Ukrainian-controlled territory. The attack caused a fire at the critical facility.
Ukraine has successfully struck over half of Russia's oil refineries, significantly increasing the number and effectiveness of attacks in 2026, leading to a deepening gasoline crisis in Russia.
Ukraine has initiated its most extensive long-range drone campaign, targeting Russian oil refineries, fuel depots, and military infrastructure deep within Russian territory. This escalation follows recent G7 commitments to bolster Ukraine's air defenses and economic support.
The Kremlin has confirmed that the Russian government is negotiating with other countries to acquire benzine, aiming to stabilize its domestic market. This move comes after Ukraine launched a series of drone attacks targeting Russian oil refineries and energy infrastructure, leading to shortages.
An analysis suggests Ukraine's attacks on Russian oil refineries aim to disrupt war financing, potentially leading to new mobilization strategies, while also noting rising tensions between Poland and Ukraine.
Ukrainian attacks on Russian oil refineries are causing significant supply shortages and impacting Russia's energy infrastructure. These strikes are seen as a strategic move to disrupt Russian operations.
Gasoline prices in Russia have skyrocketed after Ukraine launched strikes targeting Russian oil refineries. This has led to significant disruptions in the country's fuel supply.
The European Union has reached an agreement to establish migrant deportation centers in third countries, a move aimed at tightening its asylum policy. This decision paves the way for member states to create facilities outside the EU for processing and returning irregular migrants.
Russian oil refineries, including Syzran and NORSI, were reportedly hit by drone attacks, leading to partial shutdowns. Sources indicate significant damage to the facilities.
Ukraine has announced that its forces successfully struck a significant Russian oil refinery and a pumping station, with the General Staff confirming further hits on Russian oil infrastructure as part of ongoing efforts to target energy facilities.
Ukraine faced a massive wave of Russian drone and air attacks, resulting in multiple casualties and targeting critical infrastructure. Concurrently, Ukrainian drones launched strikes against Russian oil refineries, including the Perm plant, and ports, causing operational disruptions.
Ukrainian President Zelensky stated that unnamed 'partners' have requested Ukraine to refrain from attacking Russian oil refineries.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy visited Serbia, a country with historical ties to Russia, securing pledges of support while Russian missile attacks near Kyiv killed a child and two others. The visit aimed to strengthen Ukraine's diplomatic standing as Russian influence in the Balkans wanes.
Ukraine has launched drone attacks on two oil refineries located deep within Russian territory, causing significant damage and fires. This action marks a continued effort by Ukraine to target Russian energy infrastructure.
Ukrainian drone attacks deep inside Russia killed at least eight people and set a Wildberries warehouse ablaze. Meanwhile, Russian attacks on Ukrainian cities, including Zaporizhzhia and Dnipropetrovsk Oblast, resulted in multiple casualties and a hazardous substance leak.
The Security Service of Ukraine (SSU) carried out a series of successful overnight strikes on July 24, targeting oil refineries, oil pumping facilities, and a radar station in Russia and temporarily occupied Crimea.
Ukrainian drone attacks on Russian oil refineries have severely damaged Russia's oil infrastructure, creating an economic shock whose effects are now being felt in the United States.
Ukrainian drones have launched attacks deep into Russian territory, striking the Afipsky Oil Refinery and a Gazprom petrochemical complex in Bashkortostan, causing fires and significant damage to key energy infrastructure.
Ukrainian drone attacks have targeted and ignited fires at several Russian energy facilities, including one of the largest oil refineries in southern Russia and a key maritime port. These strikes are part of an escalating series of attacks on Russian energy infrastructure.
Ukraine launched new drone attacks on three Russian oil refineries and a terminal in Kerch, aiming to disrupt Russia's energy infrastructure. These strikes are part of Ukraine's strategy to make the ongoing occupation increasingly unbearable for Russia.
An analysis examines whether Ukraine's strategy of targeting Russian oil refineries is effective, concluding that fuel shortages are unlikely to compel President Putin to make concessions for peace.
Ukraine's Ministry of Defense claims to have hit 11 Russian oil refineries and eight defense plants during its DeepStrike campaign in June.
Russian President Vladimir Putin has admitted that the country is experiencing fuel shortages, attributing them to recent Ukrainian drone attacks on Russian oil refineries. Despite these challenges, Putin stated that Russia would continue its front-line military campaign in Ukraine.
Russia is negotiating with Kazakhstan for the import of 50,000 tons of 92-octane gasoline, "Reuters" reports. A fuel crisis arose in Russia after successful Ukrainian strikes on Russian oil refineries.
Recent large-scale drone assaults on Russian oil refineries, including those targeting Moscow, underscore the strategic transformation of unmanned drones into weapons capable of deep strikes and economic disruption, with India keeping pace with global trends.
Ukraine confirmed strikes on multiple Russian oil refineries in the Krasnodar region and other military targets in occupied territories, leading to fires and sparking a fuel crisis in Russian-held Crimea.
Russia is reportedly considering imposing restrictions on its diesel and jet fuel exports. This potential move follows an increase in drone attacks on Russian oil refineries, which have impacted the country's fuel production capacity.
Russia is experiencing widespread shutdowns of its oil refineries, a scenario it has long feared, with Moscow already implementing a gasoline export ban from April until the end of July. This situation highlights significant challenges for the country's energy sector.
Ukraine has significantly increased its attacks on Russia's oil sector and supply lines, reportedly doubling strikes on Russian oil refineries this year. These actions aim to disrupt Russian logistics and energy capabilities.
Ukraine has confirmed and clarified the impact of its recent strikes on Russian oil refineries, stating that 24 oil tanks were destroyed in Tuapse. The attacks also targeted facilities in Yaroslavl, marking significant hits on Russia's energy infrastructure.
Ich war fast 30 Jahre alt, als ich Friedas Namen fand: auf den zahlreichen Listen der Bürgerrechtler von Memorial, der Menschenrechtsorganisation, die Russland nun als «extremistisch» eingestuft hat.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy visited Belgrade, Serbia, meeting with President Aleksandar Vucic to discuss humanitarian aid, trade, and Ukraine's path to the EU. Zelenskyy also announced an agreement with the U.S. for monthly deliveries of interceptor missiles, though he noted they are insufficient to meet Ukraine's needs.
Ukraine's intelligence chief Budanov states that the war waged by Russia against Ukraine has been at a strategic deadlock for a long time, yet Russian leadership believes military goals are achievable. In apparent retaliation for Ukraine's attacks on Russian oil refineries, drone attacks have hit hundreds of gas stations in Ukraine, turning them into deadly targets.
Ukraine hit Russian oil refineries several times, while Russia struck Dnipropetrovsk and a cargo vessel near Odesa.
Sustained Ukrainian attacks on Russian oil refineries are reportedly causing critical fuel shortages for Russian troops, with military personnel reporting a catastrophic lack of gasoline and restrictions on vehicle refueling.
US refineries are experiencing unprecedented profit margins, a development linked to Ukraine's strikes on Russian oil refineries. These attacks have impacted global oil markets, benefiting American refiners.
Ukraine launched drone attacks on Russian oil refineries in Bashkortostan and Krasnodar, causing fires and impacting oil processing. Additionally, Ukrainian forces claimed to have struck 11 more Russian vessels in the Sea of Azov overnight.
Ukrainian drone attacks have targeted multiple Russian oil refineries in Tatarstan and Saratov, causing fires and casualties. These strikes, along with attacks on 19 Russian shadow fleet tankers in the Sea of Azov, have intensified fuel shortages in Russia, leading some drivers to convert their cars to LPG.
Russian forces launched a deadly attack on Kyiv, killing at least 14 people and causing significant damage to apartments, marking the second major strike in less than a week. The attack occurred just ahead of a crucial NATO summit.
Russia has begun importing gasoline from India to address deepening fuel shortages across the country, which have been exacerbated by recent Ukrainian drone attacks on Russian oil refineries. The strikes have led to long queues and rising prices at petrol stations, prompting the government to seek alternative supply sources.
Fights have broken out at gas stations across multiple regions in Russia as President Putin admitted that Ukrainian drone strikes on Russian oil refineries are causing fuel shortages.
Ukraine conducted drone attacks on two Russian oil refineries, causing fires, while Russia launched a significant missile and drone assault on Ukraine, including ballistic missiles targeting Kyiv. Ukrainian forces reportedly neutralized 7 Russian missiles and 125 drones.
Russian President Vladimir Putin accused NATO of actively preparing for war against Russia, stating that Russia is ready to respond. He also reiterated Russia's readiness for peace talks with Ukraine based on the Istanbul agreements.
Ukraine conducted its largest drone attack on Moscow, targeting the capital and several Russian oil refineries, resulting in casualties and damage. The Kremlin praised its air defenses while some Russian commentators questioned their effectiveness.
Ukraine conducted widespread drone and missile attacks deep into Russian territory, targeting a Russian arms factory and causing fuel shortages in Russian-held Crimea, while Russia claimed to intercept numerous drones.
Media reports indicate that Ukraine has successfully attacked Russian oil refineries more than 150 times since the start of the war. These strikes aim to disrupt Russia's energy infrastructure.
Several major oil refineries in central Russia have reportedly halted production following a series of Ukrainian drone attacks, according to Reuters.
Ukraine has launched attacks targeting Russian oil refineries, ports, and gas facilities. These strikes reportedly hit a Russian oil terminal and a gas facility.
Iran has again closed the Strait of Hormuz, with its Revolutionary Guard threatening to fire on any approaching ships, leading to a significant drop in traffic due to security fears. The US has warned against "blackmail" and reportedly plans to seize Iran-linked vessels.
Ukraine has confirmed multiple strikes on Russian oil infrastructure and a fuel train, defying international calls to ease attacks despite soaring global fuel prices, with intelligence chief Budanov acknowledging requests to halt refinery attacks.