Ukrainian drone attack on oil hub deep inside Russia kills 13, official says
Summary
Ukraine launched a drone attack on the oil hub of Nizhnekamsk in central Russia, killing 13 people and injuring 78. The attack targeted oil refineries and industrial facilities far inside Russian territory as part of Ukraine’s efforts to pressure Russia during the ongoing war.Key Facts
- The drone attack hit Nizhnekamsk, a city about 750 miles east of the Ukrainian border with two refineries and a petrochemical plant.
- Thirteen people died, including nine in a hostel hit by a drone; a child was among the victims.
- Seventy-eight people were injured in the attack, which caused a fire at the Taneco oil refinery.
- Ukraine has been using long-range drones regularly to strike Russian oil facilities, causing fuel shortages and damage.
- Similar attacks have occurred in the Tyumen region and the Belgorod border region with high death tolls.
- Ukrainian President Zelenskyy says these strikes aim to push Russia to negotiate peace.
- Russia has responded with missile and drone attacks against Ukrainian cities, causing civilian casualties and damage.
- The World Health Organization reported an attack on warehouses in Ukraine holding emergency health supplies.
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