Child among 13 killed as Ukraine launches one of the deadliest attacks on Russian oil-refining city
At least 75 people sustained injuries in the strike, with 21 among them hospitalised fo.r treatment.
A Ukrainian drone strike in central Russia killed at least 13 people, including a child, in the city of Nizhnekamsk. The attack targeted an oil refinery operated by Tatneft, an oil giant. The strike left 75 people injured, with 21 requiring hospitalization. Russia's Investigative Committee confirmed that a child was among the fatalities, while citizens from Tajikistan and Uzbekistan were also among the dead.
Unverified videos showed a large smoke cloud and massive fire at the refinery site. The Tatarstan region, where Nizhnekamsk is located, is known for its rich energy resources and numerous major oil refineries. Ukrainian authorities claimed the attack was part of their campaign to reduce Russia's military capabilities. Meanwhile, Russia continued its own attacks on Ukraine, launching an artillery strike in northeastern Kharkiv region, killing five people in the village of Bugaivka.
Both nations have significantly escalated their long-range attacks, resulting in increased civilian casualties, according to the United Nations.
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