A large-scale attack on a strategic object of Russian infrastructure has been recorded in the territory of Bashkortostan. According to sources, one of the country's key oil refining complexes — Gazprom Neftkhim Salavat — was hit. The incident occurred at night, and the consequences of the attack became visible by morning.

Attack at a distance of 1400 kilometers

According to information published by RBK-Ukraine citing the Telegram channel Exilenova+, the strike hit a facility located more than 1400 kilometers from the front line. Local residents report numerous "strikes" on the factory territory. Visual confirmation of the attack included thick black columns of smoke rising above the industrial zone and open burning on the enterprise grounds.

At the moment, the official authorities of the region are not commenting on the incident and are not acknowledging the fact of the attack. However, eyewitnesses and independent sources are recording a large-scale fire that has engulfed part of the factory infrastructure.

Strategic significance of the object

Gazprom Neftkhim Salavat LLC is one of the largest holdings in Russia, combining an oil refinery, a gas chemical complex, and the "Monomer" plant. The enterprise operates on the principle of a full cycle of hydrocarbon raw material processing and produces more than 150 types of products.

The factory's product range is critically important for the Russian economy and the military-industrial complex. Among the products produced are:

  • Gasoline of various grades;
  • Diesel fuel;
  • Fuel oil and bitumens;
  • Polyethylene;
  • Ammonia and urea.

Escalation of strikes on the rear

The attack on the Bashkir plant is not an isolated case. The Armed Forces of Ukraine continue to strike oil refining capacities deep in the Russian hinterland. On the same night, the Afipsk oil refinery in Krasnodar Krai was also hit, where a fire was also recorded.

Systematic attacks on the fuel and energy complex have led to serious consequences for the Russian economy. Experts note that a real fuel crisis has begun in the country. Oil refining volumes in Russia have fallen to levels unseen since 2003, which effectively means a regression of the industry by 21 years.