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Ukraine says it struck a major Russian refinery as Moscow renews strikes and drills
world8 days ago

Ukraine says it struck a major Russian refinery as Moscow renews strikes and drills

Ukraine said it hit Russia’s Lukoil-Nizhegorodnefteorgsintez refinery in Kstovo and the Yaroslavl-3 pumping station on May 18–19. In response, Russian strikes on Chernihiv and Sumy killed five people and wounded about 33. The day also saw drone attacks near Yaroslavl, reports that China secretly trained hundreds of Russian troops in drone warfare, and Moscow launching large-scale nuclear-force drills through May 21 as the conflict continues and hospitals cope with mounting casualties.

Ukraine-Linked Drones Hit Oil Refinery in Russia's Krasnodar Krai
war4 months ago

Ukraine-Linked Drones Hit Oil Refinery in Russia's Krasnodar Krai

Ukrainian drones reportedly struck the Ilsky oil refinery in Slovyansk-na-Kuban, Krasnodar Krai, with residents posting footage of a glowing night sky; Russian regional officials said drone debris fell on two enterprises and one person was hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries. Kyiv Independent could not verify the claims and Ukraine's military had not commented by publication. The report highlights Kyiv's ongoing campaign against Russian oil infrastructure, though the extent of damage remains unconfirmed as the story develops.

Ukraine Targets Russian Oil and Energy Facilities with Storm Shadow Missiles
world5 months ago

Ukraine Targets Russian Oil and Energy Facilities with Storm Shadow Missiles

Ukraine claimed to have attacked the Syzran oil refinery in Russia's Samara region for the second time this month, causing a fire, and also targeted the Lukoil refinery in Volgograd, damaging infrastructure. Additionally, Ukraine reported strikes on military targets in occupied Crimea, Luhansk, and Donetsk, amid ongoing conflict and recent missile attacks on Kyiv.

Dangote's Bold Moves Reshape Nigeria's Oil Landscape
business1 year ago

Dangote's Bold Moves Reshape Nigeria's Oil Landscape

Aliko Dangote's $20 billion oil refinery in Nigeria aims to disrupt the country's corrupt and inefficient oil sector, historically dominated by a few powerful players. Despite hopes for cheaper fuel, local prices will still depend on international crude costs. The refinery's impact is complicated by ongoing disputes with regulators and traders, as well as Nigeria's broader economic challenges, including currency depreciation and fuel shortages. While the refinery could improve fuel quality and transparency, the transition is fraught with tension and uncertainty.