Drones attacked oil refinery in Slavyansk-on-Kuban in Russia: Fire broke out, casualties reported
Photo: drones attacked a factory in Slovyansk-on-Kuban, Russia (Getty Images)
In the Russian town of Slavyansk-on-Kuban, a series of explosions occurred overnight on March 17, followed by a fire breaking out at one of the city's enterprises, according to Telegram channel Baza.
"Witnesses report sounds of explosions in Slavyansk-on-Kuban. Apparently, there was a drone attack. A fire broke out at one of the local factories," the message says.
It is noted that as a result of the explosions, at least one person was injured - a factory worker. Emergency medical services and emergency services personnel have been dispatched to the scene.
Russian media specify that the likely target of the attack was the Slavyansk Oil Refinery, which produces aviation gasoline, gasoline, vacuum gas oil, and mazut.
Attacks on oil refineries in Russia
The attacks by Ukrainian drones on Russian oil refineries are becoming increasingly systematic. Recently, a drone targeted one of the largest oil refineries in Yaroslavl.
Additionally, sources from RBC-Ukraine reported that SSU (Security Service of Ukraine) drones struck an oil refinery in Tuapse, resulting in a powerful fire.
Furthermore, SSU drones successfully targeted the Ust-Luga Oil terminal, where fuel is processed, including that supplied to the Russian military.
For more details on whether strikes on oil refineries could bleed Russia and aid Ukraine on the front lines, read our material.
