Vladimir Zelenskyy confirmed that Ukrainian military forces are successfully implementing a strategy of "long-range sanctions" against Russian infrastructure. According to the President of Ukraine, significant results were achieved this week in striking objects supporting Russian aggression.
Strikes reaching Siberia
A key event in recent days was the strike on an oil refinery in Omsk. Ukrainian drones covered a distance of almost 2,500 kilometers to hit a target in Siberia. Zelenskyy emphasized that there is now not a single Russian oil refinery that has not been attacked by Ukrainian weapons.
Scale of operations
During recent operations, Ukrainian forces struck oil facilities in various regions of Russia. The affected areas include:
- Saratov, Rostov, Tver, Stavropol, and Krasnodar regions;
- The Republics of Tatarstan and Bashkortostan;
- An airfield in the Voronezh region;
- A strategic enterprise in Tver;
- Facilities in the Moscow, Leningrad, and Bryansk regions.
The head of state noted that the "long-range sanctions" plan is being executed precisely, covering key points of the Russian energy system.
Consequences for Russia
Significant problems with gasoline supplies in Russia began after a series of strikes on oil refineries. According to the Financial Times, Ukrainian drones are attacking Russian energy infrastructure at an unprecedented rate. As a result, the country's largest refineries have been shut down.
Gasoline production in Russia currently covers only about 65% of seasonal demand. This creates a fuel shortage and exacerbates economic difficulties for the population and businesses.
