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Ukrainian Drones Attack Russian Oil Refinery, Ignite Fire

4/2/2026

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On April 2, Ukrainian drones struck the Bashneft-Novoil oil refinery in Ufa, Russia.
The strike ignited a large fire and caused significant damage to the refinery's primary distillation unit.
Independent media reported explosions and thick black smoke across Ufa.
Regional authorities issued air alerts and suspended airport operations in Ufa as the strike reflects Ukraine's strategy to target Russian military infrastructure and disrupt oil production, which funds the ongoing conflict.

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On April 2, Ukrainian drones struck the Bashneft-Novoil oil refinery in Ufa, Russia.
The strike ignited a large fire and caused significant damage to the refinery's primary distillation unit.
Independent media reported explosions and thick black smoke across Ufa.
Regional authorities issued air alerts and suspended airport operations in Ufa as the strike reflects Ukraine's strategy to target Russian military infrastructure and disrupt oil production, which funds the ongoing conflict.