Ukraine sets fire to Russian oil depot after Moscow launches new hypersonic missile : NPR
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Key Points:
- A Ukrainian drone strike caused a fire at an oil depot in Russia's Volgograd region, with no immediate casualties reported, though nearby residents may need evacuation.
- Ukraine targeted the Zhutovskaya oil depot, which supplies fuel to Russian forces, as part of efforts to cut Moscow's oil revenue supporting its invasion.
- Russia launched a large-scale attack on Ukraine using drones, missiles, and a hypersonic missile, disrupting Kyiv's power and heating amid ongoing conflict.
- Ukrainian officials reported significant damage to power infrastructure, with partial restoration of heat supply in Kyiv expected by Saturday evening.
- Both sides reported neutralizing dozens of drones during the attacks, with Ukraine also striking Russian drone facilities in southern and eastern Ukraine.
