Reports from Russian Telegram channels indicate that Ukrainian drones struck an oil refinery in Slovyansk-na-Kuban, Krasnodar Krai, on January 26. While photos and videos from social media suggest a fire at the refinery, Russian officials stated that drone debris affected two unspecified enterprises, resulting in one hospitalization. The Kyiv Independent was unable to verify the claims, and Ukraine’s military has not yet commented. This attack continues Ukraine’s strategy of targeting Russian oil and gas infrastructure, potentially impacting Moscow’s key revenue source, as tax revenues are projected to decline significantly.
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On December 22nd, Ukrainian drones targeted the Tamanneftegaz oil terminal in Volna, Krasnodar Krai, resulting in damage to equipment, the liquefied hydrocarbon gas pier, and port infrastructure, which caused a large-scale fire. The attack also damaged a pipeline, two berths, and two ships, with the fire spreading over a vast area, including a ship and the tank farm area. This oil terminal, one of the largest in the Black Sea region, handles crude oil, petroleum products, and liquefied hydrocarbon gases. This attack is part of a pattern of Ukrainian strikes on Russian oil facilities aimed at disrupting military logistics.
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On November 1st, Ukrainian drones targeted an oil terminal and tanker in Russia’s Krasnodar Krai, resulting in five strikes and significant damage to port infrastructure. The attack, confirmed by the Ukrainian Armed Forces, disabled at least four piers and caused a fire on a tanker, impacting a critical hub for Russian oil exports. Ukrainian officials stated the strikes would have long-term consequences, affecting shipping and insurance costs. This marks the second time the Tuapse terminal, operated by Rosneft, has been hit, as Kyiv continues its strategy of targeting Russian oil infrastructure to disrupt its war efforts.
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A large-scale Ukrainian drone attack targeted the Krymsk military airfield in Russia’s Krasnodar Krai on Friday. Russian authorities reported intercepting and destroying dozens of drones, with some drone debris falling on residential areas, though no casualties were reported. The airfield, home to fighter jets and helicopters, is strategically located near the Ukrainian border. This attack follows recent tensions, including a previous incident involving a missing Russian fighter jet from the same base and a recent Russian attack on Kupiansk.
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John Q. Hosedrinker