Ukrainian Drones Strike Oil Refinery in Saratov Region: Damage to Technological Equipment Reported
On Tuesday, July 1, Ukrainian unmanned aerial vehicles operated by the Main Intelligence Directorate of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine carried out a precise attack on an industrial facility located in the Saratov region of Russia, which holds strategic importance for Russia's oil refining sector. According to intelligence sources, the strike targeted the AT 'Saratovorgsintez' oil refinery situated in this region. As a result of the attack, technological equipment at the plant was damaged, and a large fire broke out, which is now being contained by emergency services. Further details are being clarified, but it is already known that this facility was being used by the enemy for military purposes, specifically to support military operations by supplying resources to Russian forces. This incident marks yet another example of Ukraine’s ability to conduct pinpoint strikes on critical Russian logistical and military infrastructure, significantly impacting their operational capabilities.