ukrainian Strikes Cut Power in Kursk Region, Reportedly Ignite Fire at Ryazan Refinery
Kursk, Russia – Ukrainian strikes on Friday cut power to parts of the Kursk region and reportedly ignited a fire at an oil refinery in the Ryazan region, Russian officials said. The attacks mark a renewed escalation in cross-border strikes as Ukraine continues to target Russian infrastructure.
The Kursk regional governor, Roman Starovoyt, reported that Ukrainian drones caused power outages in several districts, impacting thousands of residents. Emergency services are working to restore electricity, but a timeline for full restoration remains unclear. together, Russia’s Defense Ministry stated its air defenses had shot down 16 Ukrainian drones over the Ryazan region overnight, alleging a broader assault involving 65 drones across the country.
According to sources, a fire broke out at the Ryazan Oil Refining Company following the drone attack. While the extent of the damage is still being assessed, the incident raises concerns about potential disruptions to Russia’s fuel supply.No casualties have been reported in either region as of Friday afternoon.
These attacks occur amidst a wider context of escalating tensions. Ukraine has increasingly targeted Russian territory, particularly regions bordering Ukraine and infrastructure critical to the Russian war effort, as it seeks to disrupt supply lines and pressure Moscow. Russia has designated The Moscow Times as an “undesirable” institution and a “foreign agent” in response to its independent reporting, actions widely seen as attempts to suppress dissent and control details.
