Ukrainian drones batter Russian oil facilities, set more oil tankers ablaze
Summary
Ukrainian drones attacked Russian oil facilities and set two oil tankers on fire in the Sea of Azov, worsening fuel shortages in Russia. Meanwhile, President Donald Trump met with Ukraine’s President Zelenskyy and announced the U.S. will allow Ukraine to produce Patriot air defense systems.Key Facts
- Ukrainian drones hit an oil depot in Tver, western Russia, causing a fire.
- Oil reservoirs were set ablaze by drones in Vyazniki, Stavropol region, leading to evacuations near the site.
- Two oil tankers in the Sea of Azov were set on fire by Ukrainian drones; crews were evacuated.
- These strikes are part of Ukraine’s effort to cut fuel supplies to Crimea, controlled by Russia.
- Russia claims it shot down 73 Ukrainian drones between Wednesday night and early Thursday.
- Ukraine says Russia attacked with 94 drones and 2 ballistic missiles, damaging 13 locations despite some interceptions.
- President Trump promised to license Ukraine to produce Patriot air defense systems to help defend against Russian missile attacks.
- Trump and Zelenskyy had a positive meeting at the NATO summit, with Trump praising Zelenskyy’s efforts toward ending the war.
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