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Ukrainian Drones Target Russian Oil Refinery, Ignite Fire

1/26/2026

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On January 26, Ukrainian drones reportedly struck an oil refinery in Slavyansk-on-Kuban, Krasnodar Krai, Russia.
Local authorities confirmed a fire at the facility.
Videos show explosions as Russian forces intercept the drones.
One person sustained non-life-threatening injuries.
The strike forms part of Ukraine's campaign against Russian oil infrastructure, following earlier strikes at the Tamanneftegaz oil terminal in the region.

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On January 26, Ukrainian drones reportedly struck an oil refinery in Slavyansk-on-Kuban, Krasnodar Krai, Russia.
Local authorities confirmed a fire at the facility.
Videos show explosions as Russian forces intercept the drones.
One person sustained non-life-threatening injuries.
The strike forms part of Ukraine's campaign against Russian oil infrastructure, following earlier strikes at the Tamanneftegaz oil terminal in the region.