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Third Ukrainian strike hits Russian oil refinery and prompts evacuations
A major Russian oil refinery in Tuapse was struck for the third time this month by Ukrainian drones, triggering a massive fire and evacuations. The incident follows two earlier strikes that reportedly caused an oil spill and black rain, drawing statements from Kyiv and Moscow about the broader war and energy market impact.
Why It Matters
The strikes target energy infrastructure linked to Russia's war effort and may influence global energy markets, highlighting the economic dimension of the conflict and its spillover effects on civilians and the environment.
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Third Ukrainian drone strike hits Tuapse refinery; evacuations ordered
April 28, 2026
The Tuapse refinery was hit for the third time this month by Ukrainian drones, causing a 'massive fire' and forcing the evacuation of people living nearby, local officials said. More than 160 firefighters were deployed to extinguish the blaze, Krasnodar regional governor Veniamin Kondratyev said, with no casualties reported. Residents were urged to wear masks and keep windows closed as combustion products were released into the atmosphere. President Vladimir Putin ordered the emergencies minister to fly to Tuapse to oversee firefighting and cleanup efforts, while Kyiv said the strikes aim to reduce Russia's military-economic potential and sustain its war effort.
Earlier Ukrainian drone strikes hit Tuapse refinery
April 2026
Earlier strikes in the past two weeks at the Tuapse refinery caused a big oil spill in the sea, and residents reported 'black' rain falling on the city and leaving an oily residue.