Drone Attack Hits Major Russian Oil Refinery
Drones struck a major Russian oil refinery in Kirishi overnight as Ukrainian cities faced another wave of attacks. Russia claims it shot down 117 Ukrainian drones while multiple airports closed unexpectedly. The conflict continues targeting energy infrastructure on both sides.
Drones attacked a major oil refinery in Kirishi, Russia overnight. The facility is located in the Leningrad region near St. Petersburg. This marks one of several attacks on Russian energy infrastructure during the war.
Ukrainian cities faced another wave of Russian drone attacks. Dnipro and Kharkiv were targeted early Saturday. Southern regions of Kherson and Zaporizhzhia also reported attacks.
At least eight people were injured in Kherson. Rescue operations continue in affected areas.
Russian governor Aleksandr Drozdenko confirmed the Kirishi attack on Telegram. He did not mention specific damage to the refinery. Local reports indicate a fire broke out at the facility.
Russia claims its air defense shot down 117 Ukrainian drones overnight. Airports in Kaluga, Volgograd and Saratov closed without warning. The closures likely resulted from drone threats.
Why do both sides target energy infrastructure? These attacks aim to disrupt supply lines and weaken military capabilities. The Kirishi refinery has been attacked multiple times since the war began.
Energy facilities represent strategic targets for both nations. Russia depends on oil exports for military funding. Ukraine seeks to reduce these resources while defending its cities.