Ukraine says major Russian oil refinery and airfield hit, as Moscow reports eight deaths
Summary
Ukraine carried out strikes deep inside Russia, hitting a major oil refinery and a key airfield in the Saratov region, which are used to support Russian military operations. Russia reported eight people killed by the attacks and said it shot down hundreds of drones, while also striking Ukrainian ports and facilities.Key Facts
- Ukraine attacked the Engels airfield and an oil refinery in Saratov, about 600 km from Ukraine's border.
- The Engels airfield is a key base for Russian bombers used against Ukraine.
- Russia reported eight deaths from the Ukrainian strikes and claimed to have intercepted 635 drones.
- Ukraine also struck an oil depot in Kaluga and a drone launch site in Bryansk.
- Russia launched attacks on two Ukrainian ports and vessels in the Black Sea.
- A Ukrainian person was killed in a Russian strike near Kharkiv.
- Both sides have focused recent attacks on cities, energy sites, and warehouses amid stalled peace talks.
- Ukraine targeted facilities linked to Russia's economy, like the Wildberries retailer’s warehouses, impacting business operations.
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