Ukraine Strikes Russian Oil Refinery Ahead of Trump-Zelensky Talks
Summary
Ukraine attacked a Russian oil refinery using drones just before President Zelensky was set to meet President Trump in Florida. Ukraine frequently targets Russian energy resources to impact Russia's funding for its military actions. The meeting between the two presidents is expected to discuss a potential peace deal.Key Facts
- Ukraine targeted the Syzran oil refinery in Russia using long-range drones.
- The attack caused a fire, but the full damage is still being assessed.
- Ukraine claims the refinery processes almost 9 million tons of oil each year.
- Russia's Defense Ministry said it intercepted 25 Ukrainian drones but did not mention the refinery attack.
- Ukraine also struck other facilities, including a drone site in Donetsk and a storage area in Crimea.
- Ukraine has increased attacks on Russian oil facilities, including using British missiles on another refinery.
- Zelensky and Trump are expected to meet to discuss a possible peace deal.
- Russia's Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov expressed doubts about Ukraine's readiness for talks.
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