Ukraine Drones Strike Russian Oil Pump 1,500 km Away
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- Ukraine says its drones struck a Russian oil pumping station about 1,500 km from the front, disrupting production.
- Zelenskyy highlighted the strike, claiming it demonstrates Ukraine’s ability to hit deep Russian targets and boost morale.
- Institute for the Study of War reported another Russian oil facility burned, corroborating Ukraine’s claim of multiple hits.
- Tuapse refinery suffered damage in a separate attack, adding to Russia’s oil sector challenges.
- Russia continues its offensive, with civilian death tolls rising to at least 84 in recent attacks.
Why it matters: Ukraine secures a deep‑strike that dents Russian oil output, while Russia loses a pumping station and faces higher repair costs; the 1,500‑km hit will strain Russia’s war budget.
