Ukrainian Strike Ignites Saratov Oil Refinery, Crippling Russian Production
Ukrainian forces reportedly struck the Saratov oil refinery overnight, causing explosions and a fire at the facility, which produces over 20 types of petroleum products and supplies the Russian military. This attack, carried out in cooperation between Ukrainian forces, is part of Kyiv’s escalating campaign against Russian oil infrastructure. The refinery, located in southwestern Russia, has been targeted previously, and its destruction comes as Russia faces a mounting gasoline shortage. While Russia’s Defense Ministry claimed to have intercepted numerous drones, the Kyiv Independent could not verify the claims.
John Q. Hosedrinker