Ukraine hit major oil terminal in St Petersburg with drone strike, targeting infrastructure critical to Russia's war machine. President Volodymyr Zelensky announced the attack, which slices into big revenue for Moscow's military. Strike took place overnight,with reports of more hits near Kronstadt naval base.
St Petersburg's Governor Aleksandr Beglov called it a "massive" assault. No casualties reported. He said 72 Ukrainian drones intercepted over city and Leningrad region. Residents advised to stay inside due to ongoing aerial threats,with mobile internet disruptions likely.
Oil terminal, identified by Ukraine as one of Russia's largest, can produce 12.5 million tonnes of petroleum products yearly. Damage extent still unknown. Zelensky shared video showing drone nearing target,then black smoke rising .
Ukraine's drone strikes have increased, targeting energy sites across Russia. Fuel shortages now affecting several regions, complicating Russian military logistics. Saturday's targets were around 850 kilometers (528 miles) from Ukraine's border.
Ukraine's military dismissed President Vladimir Putin's claims of controlling eastern town Kostyantynivka. Military spokesman Maj Andriy Kovalyov said town remains under Ukrainian defense,despite some Russian infiltrations. Kovalyov noted these groups are tracked and neutralized.
Putin's claim of taking Kostyantynivka since June lacked evidence. Zelensky challenged Putin, suggesting they meet there for peace talks if he truly controlled it. But Zelensky added, "the truth is very different from Putin's words."
Kostyantynivka part of Ukraine's fortified "fortress belt" in Donetsk region,where Russia holds much ground . Since full-scale invasion began February 2022,Moscow has taken about 20% of Ukraine.
As conflict drags on,both sides fight for control of key areas. Situation in St Petersburg underscores war's volatility…
