Ukrainian Drone Strike Triggers Large Fire at Tuapse Oil Refinery in Russia

A major oil refinery in Tuapse, located on Russia's Black Sea coast in the Krasnodar Krai region, was struck by long-range Ukrainian drones for the third time this month. The strike triggered a large fire, forced the evacuation of nearby residents, and left an oily "black rain" residue over the resort town.

Date: April 30, 2026

Location: Krasnodar Krai, Russia

Conflict: Russia-Ukraine War

Category: explosion

Severity: HIGH

Source: The Washington Post

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