Drone Assault Targets Ryazan Oil Refinery Amid Widespread Russian Defense Response

A large-scale drone assault targeted the Ryazan oil refinery in Russia, prompting extensive defense measures as air defenses shot down numerous UAVs across the nation.

• The Ryazan oil refinery was specifically targeted during a widespread drone attack affecting 10 regions of Russia, highlighting vulnerabilities in national infrastructure.
• In response to the drone assault, Russias Defence Ministry reported the downing of 139 Ukrainian UAVs, with 56 intercepted over Belgorod Oblast alone.
• The attack comes amidst heightened tensions between Ukraine and Russia, with ongoing concerns over the security of vital resources like petroleum and ammunition.