Amid escalating tensions, Ukraine launched a successful strike on an oil terminal in Crimea, under Russian control since 2014. This move is part of Kyiv’s strategy to target Russian-controlled energy facilities, aiming to reduce Moscow’s revenues used to fund the ongoing invasion.
The strike, which caused a fire at the oil depot in Feodosia, was a direct response to Russian attacks on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure. In a parallel move, 12 Ukrainian attack drones were shot down by Russian forces, while Kiev vows to continue such attacks on key energy facilities.
Simultaneously, Russian forces targeted Kyiv with missiles, resulting in a fire that was swiftly extinguished. This relentless tit-for-tat between the two nations underscores the escalating conflict and the impact on critical infrastructure.
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