Ukrainian drone strikes hit Afipsky refinery and Astrakhan gas plant
Ukrainian long-range drones struck the Afipsky oil refinery in Russia's Krasnodar region overnight between August 25 and 26, sparking a major fire. Simultaneously, the Ukrainian General Staff confirmed successful strikes on two gas separation units at the Astrakhan gas processing plant. These attacks come as Russia prepares to extend its diesel export ban through September due to domestic fuel shortages caused by sustained Ukrainian strikes on energy infrastructure.
Date: August 26, 2026
Location: Krasnodar Krai, Russia
Conflict: Russia-Ukraine War
Category: infrastructure
Severity: HIGH
Source: The Guardian