Ukraine hits Russian energy targets, denies striking Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant
Summary
Ukrainian drones attacked several Russian energy facilities, causing fires and damage, according to both Ukrainian and Russian officials. Ukraine denied Russian claims that it targeted the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant, although a drone strike at the plant was confirmed by the UN nuclear agency.Key Facts
- Ukrainian drones struck an oil refinery, a fuel depot, and a pumping station in different Russian regions overnight.
- The Saratov oil refinery suffered a large fire; it is owned by Rosneft and supplies fuel to Russia.
- A fuel depot in the Rostov region near Russian-occupied Ukraine also caught fire after a drone strike.
- The Lazarevo pumping station in the Kirov region, which transports Siberian oil to Belarus, was hit by drones.
- Russia accused Ukraine of a kamikaze drone attack on the turbine hall of the Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant.
- Ukraine denied striking the nuclear plant, calling Russia’s claim propaganda and emphasizing adherence to international law.
- The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) confirmed a drone strike at the plant but said radiation levels remain normal.
- Ukraine’s air force reported shooting down 212 of 299 Russian drones launched overnight.
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