Ukraine hits oil refinery as Russia opens St. Petersburg economic forum
The Washington Post • • general
Key Points:
- Ukrainian drones attacked the St. Petersburg region hours before Russian President Vladimir Putin's flagship economic forum began, causing plumes of thick black smoke over the city.
- The attack occurred as the Kremlin was hosting international guests for the event, often referred to as Russia's equivalent of the Davos economic forum.
- Among the attendees was Rodney Mims Cook Jr., involved in overseeing President Donald Trump’s planned White House ballroom.
- The drone strike served as a stark reminder of the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine during a high-profile international gathering.