Ukrainian Drones Strike Strategic Oil Facilities in Perm and Tuapse
On April 29 and 30, 2026, Ukrainian long-range drones targeted Russian energy infrastructure in Perm and Tuapse. The Tuapse refinery, hit for the third time this month, suffered a massive fire that triggered the evacuation of nearby residents and caused environmental damage described as 'black rain.' Simultaneously, an oil station in Perm was struck for a second consecutive day. These operations are part of a broader Ukrainian campaign to degrade Russia's strategic fuel supplies and war economy.
Date: April 30, 2026
Location: Russia
Conflict: Russia-Ukraine War
Category: airstrike
Severity: HIGH
Displaced: 250
Source: Washington Post