On June 16, 2026, Ukraine launched a drone attack on the Moscow Oil Refinery, located in the Kapotnya District, which is owned by Gazprom Corporation. Moscow's Mayor Sergey Sobyanin confirmed that one drone damaged a facility at the refinery, but no casualties were reported. Emergency services responded to the incident. The refinery is a key part of Moscow's energy infrastructure, processing 11.6 tons of oil in 2024. This attack marks at least the second instance of damage to the refinery from Ukrainian drone strikes during the ongoing conflict. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky characterized the attack as a justified response to Russian strikes and emphasized the importance of Ukraine's long-range capabilities. He reiterated calls for Russia to end the war, stating that Ukraine's drones would contribute to applying pressure on Russia. The attack follows a recent Russian strike on Kyiv, which damaged the historic Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra monastery complex.
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Ukrainian Drones Target Moscow Oil Refinery, Causing Damage
Ukrainian drones targeted the Moscow Oil Refinery on June 16, 2026, causing damage but no reported casualties. Moscow's Mayor confirmed the attack, while Ukrainian President Zelensky described it as a justified response to Russian actions and emphasized the role of Ukraine's long-range capabilities in the ongoing conflict.
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Ukrainian drones hit Moscow’s largest oil refinery located just miles from the Kremlin
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Ukrainian Drones Target Moscow Oil Refinery, Causing Damage