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UAV event in Saratov, Rosneft Oil Refinery area, Russian Federation on Tue 8th September 2026

8th September 2026

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❗️Multiple Ukrainian drones struck the Rosneft-owned Saratov Oil Refinery overnight, with residents reporting explosions followed by a fire at the industrial site. The refinery processes between 4.8 million and 7 million metric tons of crude annually and produces gasoline, diesel and other petroleum products. The facility is critical for supplying fuel to Russian forces and supporting the defense industry. It has repeatedly been targeted by Ukrainian drones. #Ukraine

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