Ukraine has launched a significant drone strike on the Moscow Oil Refinery, one of the Russian capital’s most important fuel facilities, located roughly 15 kilometers from the Kremlin. The attack is being viewed as one of Kyiv’s most notable long-range operations since the start of the war.
The refinery plays a critical role in supplying fuel to Moscow and the surrounding region. Reports indicate that it provides around 40% of the city’s petrol and nearly 50% of its diesel fuel, making it a strategically valuable target. Following the strike, fires were reported at the site, with damage affecting key refining equipment.
The attack was reportedly part of a broader wave of drone operations aimed at military and energy infrastructure across Russia. Ukrainian officials say such strikes are intended to disrupt facilities that help sustain Russia’s war effort, while Russian authorities claim many incoming drones were intercepted by air defenses.
As the conflict enters another year, both sides are increasingly targeting critical infrastructure far from the battlefield. The latest strike highlights Ukraine’s growing ability to reach high-profile targets deep inside Russian territory, bringing the impact of the war closer to the heart of Russia than ever before.