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Ukrainian drone strikes hit southern Russian refineries and Azov port, officials say

Drones linked to Ukraine struck oil refineries in southern Russia and a port on the Sea of Azov, officials said. Russian authorities confirmed the strikes caused fires and infrastructure damage. The attack shows Ukraine's campaign targeting Russian energy and logistics infrastructure is continuing.

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According to officials, drones linked to Ukraine struck multiple oil refineries in southern Russia along with a strategic port on the Sea of Azov. Russian authorities confirmed the strikes sparked fires at the facilities and damaged some infrastructure.

The attack is seen as part of a months-long Ukrainian campaign targeting facilities that support Russian energy production and military logistics. The refineries play a critical role in supplying fuel to the Russian armed forces.

Moscow claims it intercepted most of the drones with air defense systems, though regional officials continue assessing the extent of the damage. The strikes underscore how the conflict between the two countries continues to extend well beyond the front line.

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