Ukraine Reports Significant Impact on Russia's Oil Refining Capacity

KYIV, Ukraine — Ukraine's defense ministry stated on Wednesday that its recent attacks on oil refining facilities have disabled 51% of Russia's total refining capacity. The ministry specified strikes on refineries located in Moscow and Yaroslavl, among other sites.

The Ukrainian defense officials provided the figure without offering specific details on how they calculated the 51% reduction. The statement did not elaborate on the methodology used to assess the damage or the timeline for the alleged incapacitation of these facilities.

Journalists have not independently verified the ministry's claim. Russian authorities have acknowledged some damage to their oil infrastructure following Ukrainian drone attacks but have not publicly confirmed the extent of any reduction in overall refining capacity.

Ukraine has increased its targeting of Russian energy infrastructure in recent months. These actions have included strikes on various oil depots and refineries across Russia. The stated goal of these operations, according to Ukrainian officials, is to disrupt Russia's war economy.