Ukrainian drones overnight struck one of Russia’s largest oil refineries, sparking a fire, according to Russian officials and Ukraine’s military.
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Ukrainian drones have struck one of Russia’s largest oil refineries, sparking a fire. The overnight attack on the Kirishi refinery in Russia's Leningrad region follows weeks of Ukrainian strikes on Russian oil infrastructure
The facility produces about 355,000 barrels of crude per day. Regional Governor Alexander Drozdenko said three drones were downed, causing a fire that was quickly extinguished
Recent Ukrainian drone strikes and rising demand have caused gasoline shortages in Russia
In response, Russia has paused gasoline exports, with a full ban until September 30
The strike on the Kirishi refinery, in Russia's nor