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Ukraine Strikes Russia's Oil Refineries as Russia Targets Ukrainian Gas Stations

On August 26, 2026, Ukraine launched attacks on Russian oil refineries in the Volga region, while Russia retaliated by targeting Ukrainian petrol stations. Fuel companies in Ukraine warned customers to avoid lingering at pumps following the attacks. The strikes and retaliatory strikes disrupted fuel supplies and heightened regional tensions.

Ukraine claimed it hit a major oil refinery in Russia’s Volga region, according to Bloomberg. The attack was part of a broader campaign by the Allied Forces Ukraine (AFU) to disrupt Russian energy infrastructure. Meanwhile, Russia launched attacks on Ukrainian gas stations, as reported by the British Broadcasting Corporation and BBC World. Fuel companies in Ukraine urged customers to avoid staying at pumps after a wave of deadly attacks, citing safety concerns and potential shortages.

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IndependentBloombergAug 26, 02:55 PM
Ukraine Says It Hit Major Oil Refinery in Russia’s Volga Region - Bloomberg.com

Ukraine Says It Hit Major Oil Refinery in Russia’s Volga Region  Bloomberg.com

IndependentNasha NivaAug 26, 12:41 PM
While the AFU strike refineries, Russia attacks Ukrainian gas stations. What are the consequences of these? - Nasha Niva

While the AFU strike refineries, Russia attacks Ukrainian gas stations. What are the consequences of these? - Nasha Niva

PublicBritish Broadcasting CorporationAug 26, 03:50 AM
As Ukraine hits Russia's refineries, Russia targets Ukraine's petrol pumps

Fuel companies are urging customers not to linger at the pumps after a wave of deadly attacks.

PublicBBC WorldAug 26, 03:50 AM
As Ukraine hits Russia's refineries, Russia targets Ukraine's petrol pumps

Fuel companies are urging customers not to linger at the pumps after a wave of deadly attacks.

WireUkrainian Independent Information AgencyAug 25, 07:25 PM
Ukraine Destroys Russian Oil Refineries: Moscow Finds Who Will Save It from the Fuel Crisis

Part of the fuel will remain in the producing country.