Kyivindependent Ukraine Strikes Key Russian Fuel Hub with Drones
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- •Ukrainian drones targeted the Vtorovo oil pumping station, crucial for Moscow's fuel supply.
- •The attack caused a large fire and aimed to disrupt military logistics amid Russian missile strikes.
- •SBU plans to escalate operations against Russian infrastructure to weaken military capabilities.
On May 24, 2026, Ukrainian special operations forces successfully executed a drone strike on the Vtorovo oil pumping station in Russia's Vladimir region. This facility is crucial for supplying fuel to Moscow and its airports, including Sheremetyevo, Domodedovo, and Vnukovo. The attack, carried out by the SBU's Alpha unit, resulted in a significant fire covering approximately 800 square meters. The operation aimed to disrupt Russian military logistics amid a concurrent Russian missile barrage targeting civilian areas in Ukraine. SBU Head Yevhenii Khmara stated that the strike is part of Ukraine's strategy to weaken Russian military capabilities. The attack highlights the ongoing conflict's intensity and Ukraine's focus on targeting critical infrastructure. The SBU has indicated that further operations are planned to continue disrupting Russian fuel supplies.
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