Ukraine Launches Drone Attack on Russian Oil Refinery in Samara, Killing One
Ukrainian drones attacked the Kuibyshev Oil Refinery in Samara, Russia, on September 22, 2026, causing fires and casualties. The attack resulted in one death and four injuries, with reports of civilian property damage. Russian authorities confirmed the strikes, while Ukrainian sources provided details on the scale of the operation.
Where Sources Diverge
Some sources report damage to private homes and vehicles, while others focus on industrial facilities.
Enemy UAVs damaged private homes and vehicles.
Both industrial facilities are said to have been set on fire.
The number of UAVs downed varies between sources.
297 downed UAVs.
Drones attack Kuibyshev Oil Refinery in Samara.
Sources
Damaged civilian facilities in Samara Region, 297 downed UAVs: Ukrainian attack aftermath tass.com
The attacks were carried out on Monday evening and into Tuesday night. Both industrial facilities are said to have been set on fire as a result of the attacks, reports the Ukrainian General Staff on Telegram. According to the Russian governor, one person was killed and four were injured in the drone attack. The attacks took place in the Samara region, which is one of the most industrialized regions in Russia.
Drones attack Kuibyshev Oil Refinery in Samara – media ukrinform.net
Drones attack Kuibyshev Oil Refinery in Samara – media Ukrinform
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