Ukraine Launches Christmas Storm Shadow Missile Strike on Russia
Summary
Ukraine used British Storm Shadow missiles to strike a significant oil refinery in Russia's Rostov region, according to a statement by Kyiv's military. The attack is part of Ukraine's strategy to target Russian oil infrastructure, which supports Moscow's military efforts. Additional strikes were reported at a seaport and an airfield in Russia.Key Facts
- Ukraine struck the Novoshakhtinsk oil refinery in Russia's Rostov region using British Storm Shadow missiles.
- The refinery is a major supplier of diesel and jet fuel to Russia's armed forces.
- The U.K. began providing Storm Shadow missiles to Ukraine in May 2023.
- Ukraine's military also reported attacks on the Temryuk seaport and a military airfield in Adygea, Russia.
- Russian authorities reported intercepting 34 Ukrainian drones in the Volgograd region overnight.
- There were no casualties or reported damage from the drone attacks in Volgograd, according to the local governor.
- Ukraine has been increasing its attacks on Russian oil facilities, aiming to cut financial support for Russia's military actions.
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