Drones Strike Oil Refinery in Saratov: New Details and Public Response
Last weekend, the city of Saratov in Russia once again became the scene of intense conflict, raising numerous questions about security levels and the scope of hostilities.
According to reports from local Telegram channels and eyewitnesses, multiple explosions were heard overnight, accompanied by a significant fire—likely caused by an attack with unidentified drones.
Observers reported loud detonations resembling artillery volleys, and images and videos captured damage and the blaze at one of the region’s key oil refineries, which is a critical piece of Russian infrastructure.
This incident adds to the growing number of attacks on Russian critical facilities carried out by Ukrainian forces.
It is also noteworthy that social media visuals include footage with strong language.
Recall that on September 16, Ukrainian Special Operations Forces targeted the same facility, signifying the systematic and deliberate nature of these strikes.
Experts point out that such attacks have strategic importance and demonstrate Ukraine’s capability to pressure Russian infrastructure, intensifying Moscow’s challenges both militarily and politically.