Moscow oil refinery attack brings Russia's war with Ukraine closer to home
Summary
A drone attack from Ukraine hit an oil refinery in Moscow, causing large fires and smoke over the city. This attack is one of the biggest on Moscow since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and has brought the conflict closer to ordinary people living in the capital.Key Facts
- A Ukrainian drone attacked an oil refinery in the south-east of Moscow.
- The attack created thick black smoke visible across the city.
- Along with the oil refinery, shopping centers and homes were damaged.
- An 8-year-old girl was killed in a fire caused by the drone strikes.
- Residents near the site showed mixed reactions, some continuing normal activities despite the attack.
- Russian officials blame Western countries for prolonging the conflict.
- Russian media emphasized that their attacks on Ukraine are stronger than Ukraine’s attacks on Russia.
- Russian President Vladimir Putin did not comment publicly on the attack during a summit on the same day.
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