Russia-Ukraine War Latest News: Ukraine has intensified its campaign against Russia’s energy infrastructure, with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy saying Ukrainian forces struck oil depots in the Stavropol and Tver regions and targeted 12 Russian oil tankers overnight. The latest attacks come as Russia faces mounting fuel shortages and rising petrol prices across several regions. The strikes are part of Kyiv’s broader effort to disrupt Russia’s oil supply chain and the so-called “shadow fleet” that transports Russian crude and fuel products. Ukrainian officials said the attacks caused significant fires at energy facilities located hundreds of kilometres from the front line.
Russia-Ukraine War Latest News: Ukraine Says Two Oil Depots Were Hit
In a social media post, Zelenskyy said Ukrainian forces struck oil depots in Stavropol and Tver, both located roughly 500 kilometres from the front line. He added that a reserve fuel storage facility around 800 kilometres away was also targeted.
According to the acting governor of Tver region, Vitaly Korolyov, the drone strike caused a blaze at the oil depot, though the fire was later contained. Ukraine’s Security Service reported that a large-scale fire also broke out at the Stavropol facility.
Russia-Ukraine War Latest News: Kyiv Targets Russian Tankers
Ukraine also said it hit 12 Russian oil tankers during the overnight operation. The attack reportedly damaged vessels linked to Russia’s shadow fleet, which has been used to move oil exports despite Western sanctions.
By targeting tankers and storage facilities simultaneously, Kyiv appears to be increasing pressure on both domestic fuel distribution and export logistics.
Russia-Ukraine War Latest News: Fuel Shortages and Price Spikes Reported
Ukraine’s systematic attacks on Russia’s oil industry have contributed to fuel supply disruptions in multiple regions. Reports indicate that drivers have faced long queues at petrol stations as diesel and gasoline supplies become increasingly constrained. The pressure on fuel infrastructure has also pushed prices higher, adding to the economic costs of the conflict for Russian consumers and businesses.
Russia-Ukraine War Latest News: Kremlin Warns Escalation Will Prolong War
Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov criticised the strikes and warned that further attacks on Russian infrastructure would lead to a broader security response from Moscow.
“Escalating tensions and pursuing escalatory actions will in no way contribute to the peace process,” Peskov said during a briefing.
He argued that deeper Ukrainian strikes would force Russia to create a larger “security zone” or buffer area, potentially prolonging what Moscow calls its special military operation. Peskov also said the United States was mistaken if it believed increased military pressure on Russia could help bring the war to an end.
Russia-Ukraine War Latest News: Strategic Impact of the Strikes
The latest attacks highlight Ukraine’s growing ability to strike targets deep inside Russian territory, including critical energy infrastructure located hundreds of kilometres from the battlefield.
Analysts say sustained pressure on oil depots, fuel storage sites and tanker operations could complicate Russia’s military logistics while increasing economic strain at home. However, Moscow has signalled that it views such attacks as justification for expanding its security measures and continuing military operations.
(The information is based on inputs from agencies)
