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Ukrainian drones target Slavneft-YANOS refinery in Yaroslavl, Russia
world14 days ago

Ukrainian drones target Slavneft-YANOS refinery in Yaroslavl, Russia

Ukrainian drones reportedly struck the Slavneft-YANOS oil refinery in Yaroslavl, one of Russia’s largest facilities, overnight, as part of a broader wave of attacks on Russian energy infrastructure; Russia says it shot down 155 Ukrainian drones across 16 regions, while Kyiv targets oil facilities to disrupt Moscow’s war effort, with prior strikes on oil terminals in Ust-Luga and Primorsk and the Kirishi refinery, signaling a sustained campaign with potential global oil-price implications.

Drone Strike Hits Major Russian Refinery in Leningrad Region
world16 days ago

Drone Strike Hits Major Russian Refinery in Leningrad Region

Ukrainian drones reportedly damaged the Kirishinefteorgsintez refinery in Russia's Leningrad region, with 21 drones intercepted and no casualties reported. The Surgutneftegaz subsidiary processes about 350,000 barrels per day (roughly 7% of Russia’s refining capacity) and the strike follows recent attacks on oil terminals that disrupted exports, as Russia claims to have shot down hundreds of drones nationwide— underscoring ongoing efforts to pressure Moscow’s energy revenue and influence global markets.

Drones strike Russian Afipsky refinery, sparking large fire
world27 days ago

Drones strike Russian Afipsky refinery, sparking large fire

Ukraine says its drones hit Russia’s Afipsky Oil Refinery in Krasnodar Krai, igniting a large fire; the plant processes about 6.25 million tons of crude annually (roughly 2% of Russia’s refining output). A separate drone strike damaged Port Kavkaz, injuring three people and damaging a vessel. Russia claims air defenses intercepted 87 Ukrainian drones overnight, while Kyiv says a hit on the refinery was recorded as it continues strikes on oil infrastructure.

Phillips 66 acquires Lindsey Oil Refinery assets but plans no reopening
business3 months ago

Phillips 66 acquires Lindsey Oil Refinery assets but plans no reopening

The Prax Lindsey oil refinery in North Lincolnshire was bought out of administration by US energy company Phillips 66, which plans to merge it with its nearby Humber refinery, ceasing standalone operations but aiming to secure jobs and boost UK fuel supply. The deal follows Prax Lindsey's collapse last summer amid financial irregularities and legal issues involving its former owner, with the future of the site now tied to Phillips 66's expansion plans.

Ukraine and Russia Exchange Strikes on Black Sea and Energy Targets
world3 months ago

Ukraine and Russia Exchange Strikes on Black Sea and Energy Targets

Ukraine claimed to have carried out strikes on a Russian oil refinery in Tuapse on the Black Sea coast, causing fires and damage, as part of its ongoing campaign against Russian infrastructure. Reports also indicated an attack on an oil depot in occupied Luhansk, with details still unverified. These actions are part of Ukraine's broader efforts to target Russian military and economic assets amid ongoing conflict.

Ukraine Launches Massive Drone Attacks on Russia and Its Energy Infrastructure
world6 months ago

Ukraine Launches Massive Drone Attacks on Russia and Its Energy Infrastructure

Ukraine launched a significant drone attack deep inside Russia, hitting the city of Tyumen over 2,000 km from the border, on Putin's birthday, with Russia intercepting over 200 drones. The attack targeted an oil refinery, exacerbating Russia's fuel shortages and impacting domestic fuel supplies. This marks one of the deepest known drone strikes inside Russia since the war began.