Overnight on January 7, Ukrainian forces struck a fuel depot in Russia’s Belgorod Oblast, causing a large fire, and a logistics warehouse in occupied Donetsk Oblast, according to Ukraine’s General Staff. The fuel depot, which supplied the occupying army, sustained direct hits to its fuel tanks. The strike on the logistics warehouse aimed to disrupt enemy logistics, with the damage being assessed. Additionally, the General Staff provided details on a New Year’s strike on a strategic fuel depot in Yaroslavl Oblast, which resulted in damage to two fuel tanks.
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The Ukrainian General Staff confirmed an attack on a synthetic rubber factory in Russia’s Tula Oblast on December 24, resulting in explosions and a large-scale fire. The plant in Efremov produces dual-use materials crucial for military applications, including vehicle tires. Local reports and social media images corroborate the incident, while the Tula Oblast Governor acknowledged a fire at an enterprise without specifying details. Russia’s Defense Ministry reported downing numerous Ukrainian drones overnight across multiple regions, but didn’t confirm the Tula incident’s cause.
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A section of railway in the Leningrad region, vital for Russian military logistics, was destroyed overnight, disrupting traffic between Pskov and St. Petersburg. The explosion, confirmed by Ukrainian intelligence sources, caused considerable damage to the tracks and ignited a fire on a freight train hauling military supplies, resulting in a complete halt of rail traffic. Russian emergency services responded while mobile internet was shut down, and Russian Railways acknowledged “technical disruptions” with rerouting and delays. The incident is expected to impede the transport of military equipment and negatively impact resupply efforts for Russian forces, echoing a similar event earlier in October that also targeted the Pskov–St. Petersburg route.
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Ukraine confirms repeated strike on Feodosia oil terminal used for Russian fuel military supply, and this news, frankly, resonates with a certain truth, doesn’t it? The flow of fuel is the lifeblood of any military operation. Crippling its supply lines, especially when those lines are crucial for resupplying the forces engaged in an active, unprovoked invasion, is a strategically sound move. It’s a clear message: every resource used to fuel the war effort is now a legitimate target. This isn’t just about hitting a building; it’s about disrupting the enemy’s ability to continue fighting, hindering their logistics, and potentially, weakening their offensive capabilities.… Continue reading
An explosion damaged a railway line in Russia’s Leningrad region on October 7, causing a train carrying military cargo to derail. Ukrainian intelligence sources identified the blast as occurring on the Stroganovo–Mshinskaya route and attributed the operation to local partisans. The incident temporarily halted rail traffic, forcing rerouting of trains and causing delays. The disruption is believed to have a significant impact on Russian logistics and military capabilities, as the railway is a crucial part of military transport infrastructure.
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Ukraine’s Commander-in-Chief, Oleksandr Syrskyi, announced that Kyiv’s strikes on Russia’s oil sector have significantly disrupted fuel supplies and logistics, hindering Moscow’s armed forces. The DeepStrike campaign, involving drone strikes, has created a fuel crisis, targeting 85 high-value targets in two months, including military and industrial sites. This campaign’s effectiveness has been recognized by Ukraine’s partners, prompting efforts to expand the DeepStrike units. With gasoline shortages in occupied Crimea and a ban on gasoline and diesel exports planned by Russia, the attacks are also impacting the Kremlin’s war economy.
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In an intercepted call released by Ukraine’s military intelligence, a Russian serviceman detailed significant supply issues faced by troops. The recording revealed a lack of basic provisions, with soldiers forced to purchase necessities like lighters and rely on crowdfunding. The serviceman also described the deadly risks associated with delivering supplies near the front lines, mentioning casualties incurred during such missions. These complaints echo similar concerns raised by captured Chinese soldiers fighting alongside Russian forces.
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On June 29, explosions and air defense activity were reported in Kerch, leading to a temporary closure of the Crimean Bridge, a critical supply route for Russian forces. Witnesses reported hearing blasts and observing Russian air defenses in action, although the reason for the closure was initially unclear. The bridge, which has been targeted by Ukraine previously, reopened shortly after. Russia’s Defense Ministry later announced that its air defenses had shot down five Ukrainian drones overnight, but did not report damage to the bridge or Kerch.
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Russian ammunition use has ‘practically halved’ due to Kyiv strikes, Ukrainian commander-in-chief says. This is a significant claim, suggesting a dramatic shift in the dynamics of the conflict. It raises immediate questions about the feasibility and implications of such a reduction in Russian firepower. What precisely accounts for this alleged drop? Is it due to a decline in Russian production capacity, a strategic shift in tactics, or perhaps a combination of both?
Russian ammunition use has ‘practically halved’ due to Kyiv strikes, Ukrainian commander-in-chief says, and the assertion prompts further consideration of the methodology behind this assessment. How exactly is the daily ammunition expenditure being calculated?… Continue reading
A second Ukrainian drone strike on January 14th further damaged the oil depot at the Kristal plant in Engels, Russia, causing a four-day fire. The attack, confirmed by Ukraine’s General Staff, resulted in the deaths of two emergency responders and significant damage to fuel storage, reducing Russian military logistical capabilities. Governor Busargin reported the fire is largely contained, despite ongoing emergency response efforts and citizen complaints about smoke. The strike reportedly destroyed three and damaged six fuel tanks, impacting nearly 800,000 tons of storage capacity.
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