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Ukraine hits TANECO refinery and Tamanneftegaz oil terminal
Ukraine's Defense Forces struck the TANECO oil refinery in Nizhnekamsk, Russia's Republic of Tatarstan, on Aug. 19 and 20, with hits and a fire reported at the facility, according to Ukraine's General Staff.
Why it matters
This strike targets a key Russian oil refinery, potentially impacting fuel supplies and revenue for the Russian military.
What's unclear
- The extent of damage and any disruption to refinery operations.
- Whether the Tamanneftegaz oil terminal was also hit, as mentioned in the headline but not detailed in the report.
Linked public sources
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