Ukrainian drones hit St Petersburg oil terminal and nearby port
Summary
Ukraine launched a large drone attack on St Petersburg, Russia, targeting an oil terminal and nearby port facilities. The attack caused minor damage and no casualties, while Ukraine says the strikes aim to hurt Russia’s war funding. Fighting also continues in eastern Ukraine, with both sides reporting conflicting control over key areas.Key Facts
- Ukraine used drones to attack St Petersburg’s oil terminal and port areas overnight.
- St Petersburg and Leningrad regional governors reported no casualties and limited damage.
- Around 72 drones were shot down over the region during the attack.
- Ukrainian President Zelenskyy called the strikes part of “long-range sanctions” on Russia.
- Russia’s President Putin said the attacks on energy sites were not critical.
- Ukraine denied Russian claims of capturing the city of Kostiantynivka in eastern Ukraine.
- Fighting continues in Donetsk and Kharkiv regions with both Russian and Ukrainian forces claiming gains.
- Drone attacks also killed one person each in Russia’s Bryansk region and Crimea.
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