Ukraine hit a Russian oil refinery for the second time in a week, Zelenskyy says
Summary
Ukrainian forces attacked a major Russian oil refinery in Ufa for the second time in a week, targeting key fuel production facilities far inside Russia. These strikes are part of ongoing long-range attacks that have caused fuel shortages in Russia and put pressure on the Kremlin during the war in Ukraine. Ukraine also attacked a missile parts plant in Penza, and Russia reported intercepting many Ukrainian drones over various regions.Key Facts
- Ukraine struck the Ufa oil refinery, one of Russia’s largest, located over 1,000 kilometers from Ukraine.
- The Ufa refinery produces lubricants and is important to Russia’s fuel supply.
- Ukraine also hit a plant producing missile parts in the Penza region, about 500 kilometers from Ukraine.
- Russian officials and Penza authorities confirmed drone attacks, with some injuries and property damage.
- Russia reported intercepting 179 Ukrainian drones over 16 Russian regions and nearby seas.
- Ukraine’s drone and missile strikes have led to fuel rationing in some parts of Russia.
- Ukrainian Defense Minister said these strikes slow the Russian army’s advances by disrupting supplies.
- Sweden agreed to send fighter jets to Ukraine, supporting defense against Russian aircraft.
- Ukrainian President Zelenskyy visited Ireland and pushed for progress on Ukraine’s European Union membership bid.
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