Large-Scale Drone Attack Triggers Major Fire at Saratov Oil Refinery
On the night of August 10, the city of Saratov in southern Russia experienced a significant event — unmanned aerial vehicles launched an attack on one of the region’s major oil refineries.
The strike resulted in a violent fire that engulfed the plant’s territory, prompting emergency services and staff to respond swiftly to contain the blaze.
Local residents reported constant sounds resembling drone operations over the city, and videos and photos circulated on social media showing air defense systems actively engaging targets.
Witnesses described a powerful explosion followed by a massive fire, which responders have yet to fully control.
Similar incidents were reported in Lipetsk and Voronezh, where the activation of air defense systems and multiple explosions were observed.
Investigations are ongoing, but clearly, this attack poses a new challenge to Russia’s security system amid increasing regional tensions.