Ukraine strikes Russian oil assets, with the V. Filanovsky and Yuri Korchagin platforms hit in a raid on the Caspian Sea. The General Staff confirmed direct hits. These Lukoil facilities are key to Russia’s oil exports. The strike aims to reduce the revenue that funds Russia’s war effort.
The platforms have been targeted since December. Direct hits were reported, and damage is being assessed. Lukoil has not commented. This operation targets the economic foundation of the Russian state.
Ukrainian forces also destroyed a Buk-M3 air defense system in Luhansk. This strike weakens Russian defenses. A warehouse in Kherson was hit, disrupting logistics.
Russia targets Ukrainian power plants, causing outages. Ukraine targets Russian refineries and platforms. This reciprocal strategy aims to wear down the opponent.
A drone attack on Voronezh killed one person and injured four. 17 drones were neutralized. This strike on Russian soil disrupts rear areas.