Zelensky confirms drone attack on oil refinery in Russia's Perm

Ukrainian forces have struck targets deep within Russia, including an oil refinery in Perm and a logistics hub for the online retailer Ozon in the Samara region. The attacks, confirmed by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, mark a significant escalation in the conflict. The strikes on the Novokuibyshevsk refinery and the Ozon warehouse caused major fires, according to Ukrainian media outlets.

The Kyiv Independent and the Kyiv Post both noted that the strikes represent a new phase in Ukraine's defensive strategy, targeting critical infrastructure and supply chains within Russia. The strikes have drawn attention to Ukraine's growing capability to conduct long-range drone attacks. The Ukrainian government has not yet commented on the specifics of the drone technology used.

The attacks on the Ozon logistics hub are particularly notable, as it is the first time Ukrainian forces have targeted the retailer's facilities. The Ukrainian news outlet Українська правда noted that the strike on the Ozon hub caused a major fire, indicating significant damage.