A drone strike damaged oil facilities and infrastructure in Russia’s Krasnodar region and saratov Oblast overnight,disrupting airport operations and injuring at least three,according to Ukrainian and Russian sources. The attack targeted the “Sheskharis” transshipment complex oil base and coastal facilities, as well as infrastructure in Saratov, marking a significant escalation in Kyiv’s campaign to strike economic targets within Russia.The strikes represent a broadening of Ukraine‘s war strategy,aiming to degrade Russia’s ability to fund its invasion. While Ukraine has not officially claimed responsibility, the attacks come as Kyiv seeks to disrupt russian logistics and exert pressure on Moscow.Russia’s Defense Ministry reported intercepting 216 drones, including 66 over Krasnodar Territory and 45 over Saratov oblast, suggesting a coordinated and ample aerial assault.
Russian sources reported damage to the ”Sheskharis” transshipment complex oil base and coastal facilities in Krasnodar. Airports in Krasnodar and Gelendzhik temporarily suspended operations following the attack,and a ship in port sustained damage,injuring three crew members. Local authorities in Saratov confirmed damage to “civil infrastructure.”
The attacks extended beyond immediate physical damage. The disruption to oil infrastructure and transportation hubs signals a direct challenge to Russia’s economic capabilities, potentially impacting its war effort. (Sources: Unian,Ukrainska Pravda)
