Ukraine strikes hit oil facilities in Crimea, Russia’s Krasnodar
Summary
Ukrainian drone attacks struck oil and fuel facilities in Crimea and Russia’s Krasnodar region, killing at least five people and causing fires. The attacks targeted supply routes used by Russian forces, leading to fuel shortages and disruptions in Crimea.Key Facts
- Ukrainian drones attacked an oil depot and fuel facilities in Crimea, killing at least four people and wounding 28.
- A drone strike in Russia’s Krasnodar region killed one person on a passenger ferry and caused a fire at an oil terminal.
- The Russian military said it shot down 239 Ukrainian drones overnight during these attacks.
- Ukraine's President Zelenskyy confirmed hitting oil facilities in Crimea’s Kerch and Krasnodar.
- Explosions and fires were reported across different parts of Crimea, leading to traffic closure on the Kerch bridge.
- The attacks caused power outages and delayed fuel deliveries in Crimea, forcing cancellation of petrol distribution to private drivers.
- Crimea is facing a fuel shortage as drone attacks have increased during the summer holiday season.
- Crimea was annexed by Russia in 2014 and is used by Russia to launch attacks on Ukraine.
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