Ukrainian drones strike major Russian refinery 800 miles from border

Ukrainian drones targeted a major oil refinery in Russia, causing a fire and wounding two civilians, according to military officials. Located 1,300 kilometers from Ukraine's border, the Gazprom Neftekhim Salavat oil refining and petrochemical complex is one of Russia's largest facilities. The attack is part of a month-long Ukrainian campaign aiming to disrupt Russia's oil sector.

Russian officials reported that Ukrainian forces struck the facility overnight, claiming a civilian died and an industrial zone in Salavat was set ablaze. Meanwhile, Ukrainian strikes on Russian infrastructure continue, with last week's attack on a Russian naval base in Crimea resulting in the deaths of four Russian emergency personnel and a security guard.

Orsk refinery, also targeted by Ukrainian drones, has suspended operations due to damage to key infrastructure. Russia has retaliated with strikes on Ukraine using ballistic missiles, drone attacks, and glide bombs, causing over 16,000 civilian casualties. Ukraine's call for more U.S.-made Patriot interceptors remains unmet, as stocks are low due to tensions with Iran.

European countries have contributed significant military aid to Ukraine, but levels have declined in 2026 compared to 2025.