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Ukrainian Drones Hit Major Lukoil Refinery in Perm as Russia Claims 325 UAVs Downed
Ukrainian drones targeted Lukoil's major Perm refinery, reportedly causing a fire. Russia claimed its air defenses downed 325 Ukrainian drones overnight, but this figure could not be independently verified.
Why it matters
The strike on the Perm refinery is part of Ukraine's intensified campaign against Russia's oil industry, which is crucial for funding its military operations.
What's unclear
- The extent of damage to the refinery and the impact on production.
- Whether the reported fire was contained and if there were any casualties.
- The accuracy of Russia's claim of downing 325 drones.
Linked public sources
Latest tracked reports — Ukraine War Map
- Ukrainian forces strike oil refinery in Perm — Perm
- Ukrainian forces strike oil refinery in Perm, air base in Volgograd region — Volgograd
- Ukrainian forces strike military airfield in Volgograd region — Volgograd Oblast
- Ukrainian drones hit Perm refinery — Perm
- Zelensky says Ukraine hit Perm refinery overnight, 1600km plus from the border, and Marinovka airfield in… — Perm