Ukrainian drones that attacked Moscow: the consequences of the strike are being felt in Russia’s aviation fuel supply

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Russia is blaming the disruption of aviation fuel supplies on Ukrainian drones, which, it says, hit fuel depots with precision strikes. Moscow says that after the attacks, the situation with fuel supply is deteriorating. It claims that the drones were aimed at fuel storage sites and that the damage is being assessed. The authorities also say that the attacks are intended to cause panic and disrupt the work of the fuel sector.

According to the report, the attacks are being carried out in waves. In particular, the Russian side says that on the night of the strike, drones were used to target fuel storage facilities. It is also claimed that the fire and explosions caused by the impact will affect fuel logistics and increase costs.

The Russian authorities say that the attacks are aimed at destabilizing the situation in the aviation fuel market. In addition, they claim that the strikes are intended to reduce the volume of fuel deliveries and create shortages.

In the meantime, Ukraine says that the strikes are aimed at military infrastructure and that the goal is to disrupt Russia’s ability to conduct the war. The Ukrainian side emphasizes that it is hitting facilities involved in fuel supply and logistics.

Putin, commenting on the situation, said that the problem was caused by attacks on “critical” infrastructure. He also warned that the situation could worsen further, and called for additional measures to strengthen air defenses.

Tags: Russia/Politics/Energy/Aviation