Ukraine renews attacks on Russian energy sites: What has been hit?

Ukraine is targeting Russian energy infrastructure. Recent drone strikes have hit major oil refineries like Kirishi, Saratov, and Volgograd.

Key takeaways

Quick scan — what you need to know:

• Ukraine is targeting Russian energy infrastructure.
• Recent drone strikes have hit major oil refineries like Kirishi, Saratov, and Volgograd.
• These attacks have disrupted processing and exports.
• Baltic Sea ports Ust-Luga and Primorsk faced suspensions.

Background

What led here, in plain terms:

• Russia's oil export capacity is significantly impacted.
• Ukraine is targeting Russian energy infrastructure.
• Recent drone strikes have hit major oil refineries like Kirishi, Saratov, and Volgograd.
• These attacks have disrupted processing and exports.

Why it matters

Why readers and decision-makers should care:

• Recent drone strikes have hit major oil refineries like Kirishi, Saratov, and Volgograd.
• These attacks have disrupted processing and exports.
• Baltic Sea ports Ust-Luga and Primorsk faced suspensions.