Russia Attacks Ukraine's Danube Port; Ukraine Launches Drones Toward Moscow
On May 19, 2026, Russia launched attacks on Ukraine's Danube port infrastructure, while Ukraine conducted drone strikes targeting Russian regions, including oil facilities. Moscow intercepted drones over its capital, and President Zelenskyy claimed Russia had lost 10% of its refining capacity.
Where Sources Diverge
Reuters and Al Jazeera report Russia's attack on the Danube port, while France24 emphasizes Ukraine's drone strikes inside Russia.
Russia attacks Ukraine's Danube port, Ukraine launches drones towards Moscow.
Ukraine is increasingly using mid and long range drones that are successfully hitting targets inside Russia.
Times of India mentions a 10% loss in Russia's refining capacity, while other sources do not specify this figure.
Russia has lost 10% of its refining capacity due to the conflict.
Russia attacks Ukraine's Danube port, Ukraine launches drones towards Moscow.
Sources
Ukraine is increasingly using mid and long range drones that are successfully hitting targets inside Russia. After hundreds of drones were sent towards multiple regions over the weekend, Ukraine says it is effectively hampering Russian capacities.
Port infrastructure hit in southern Ukraine as drones intercepted over Russian capital.
Ukraine launched drone strikes on Russian regions, including those housing oil infrastructure, while Russia retaliated with attacks on Ukrainian port facilities. President Zelenskyy highlighted a significant drop in Russia's oil refining capacity due to these actions. Efforts to end the protracted conflict remain stalled, with both sides continuing cross-border strikes and accusing each other of targeting vital infrastructure.
Analysis: How Ukraine gained the upper hand in the drone war against Russia The Kyiv Independent
Russia attacks Ukraine's Danube port, Ukraine launches drones towards Moscow Reuters