Moscow oil refinery on fire after ‘large-scale’ Ukrainian drone strike
Summary
Ukrainian drones attacked a major oil refinery in Moscow for the second time this week, causing fires and smoke in the area. The attacks also damaged other buildings and led to flight suspensions at Moscow’s main airport amidst ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine.Key Facts
- Ukrainian drones struck Moscow’s oil refinery twice this week, with the latest attack causing large fires.
- Moscow’s mayor said air defense forces shot down about 180 drones aimed at the capital.
- The refinery’s operations stopped after the first strike, adding to fuel shortages in Russia.
- Nearby buildings, including a shopping center, high-rise homes, and an industrial site, were damaged.
- Moscow’s Sheremetyevo airport canceled flights and evacuated some people due to the drone attack.
- Russia reported shooting down 555 Ukrainian drones across several regions overnight; the exact number is unconfirmed.
- Ukraine also faced missile attacks on Kyiv, with alerts for airstrikes across much of Ukraine.
- Several people were reported killed in different drone attacks in the region, including in Ukraine and Russian border areas.
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