Russia's fourth-largest oil refinery halts processing after drone attack
A major drone strike has forced the shutdown of Russia's fourth-largest oil refinery, marking a significant escalation in Ukraine's campaign against Russian energy infrastructure. The attack, reported on August 26, is part of a series of strikes targeting industrial sites within Russian territory, further impacting the country's fuel processing capabilities amid the ongoing conflict.
Date: August 26, 2026
Location: Europe, Russia
Conflict: Russia-Ukraine War
Category: infrastructure
Severity: HIGH
Source: RBC-Ukraine