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Kyiv Strikes Russian Energy Infrastructure, Hitting Refineries and Industrial Sites

71 reports, 15 independent Updated Sep 22
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What happened

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Kyiv has pressed ahead with a campaign targeting Russian energy sites. A drone crashed near an oil refinery in the Leningrad region, causing a fire. Separately, a drone attack hit an industrial facility in the Samara region, which is home to large oil refineries. In Kyiv, drone strikes have also targeted petrol stations and warehouse facilities.

From thehindu.com, bankingnews.gr, bssnews.net

Why it matters

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The attacks are targeting critical Russian energy infrastructure, such as oil refineries. This campaign puts pressure on Russia's energy sector and has been linked to Russia having to import fuel by sea.

The Russia and Ukraine conflict involves drone attacks on both Moscow and Kyiv, alongside diplomatic meetings between Donald Trump and Emmanuel Macron.

From thehindu.com, bssnews.net

Who's involved

  • KyivThe capital of Ukraine conducting military strikes against Russian territory.
  • MoscowThe capital of Russia, which is the target of military strikes.
  • Gazprom NeftA Russian fuel company whose assets are targeted by drone strikes.

Who could feel it

Possible knock-on effects

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  • Gazprom NeftSpeculative

    Gazprom Neft might face disruptions to its fuel supply and increased operational costs due to physical damage to core refinery assets.

How it developed

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  1. Drone attacks damaged Russian energy facilities, pressuring European policy and forcing Russia to import fuel by sea.Sub-event
  2. Attacks targeted Moscow's oil refinery, escalating the air war.1 source
  3. Russia launched ballistic missiles at Kyiv, causing energy shortages.1 source
  4. Kyiv targets Russian energy infrastructure in intensified attacks deep into Russian territory.1 source
  5. Drone attacks hit the Moscow oil refinery as Russia targets infrastructure.1 source
  6. Both Ukraine and Russia conducted strikes on 2026-06-18.1 source
  7. Drone strikes are pressuring Moscow to accept a peace deal amidst ongoing strikes.1 source

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