Russia has carried out fresh strikes on economic and civilian sites across Ukraine, including a petrol station in Kyiv and a food processing facility in Dnipro.
The attacks injured and killed civilians in several cities. Ukrainian officials say Russia has increased its focus on logistics, food production, fuel networks, and other parts of the economy.
Quick Fact
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| What happened | Russian strikes hit a petrol station, food facility, shopping centre, and other locations in Ukraine. |
| Where | Kyiv, Dnipro, Pavlohrad, Sumy, and Mykolaiv. |
| When | Thursday, according to the supplied report. |
| Businesses affected | Ukrnafta petrol station and a Bunge food processing facility. |
| Reported casualties | Deaths and injuries were reported across several Ukrainian cities. |
| Weapons reported | Ballistic missiles and jet powered drones. |
| Why it matters | The attacks have affected civilian infrastructure, fuel networks, food production, and transport. |
Russian Strike Hits Kyiv Petrol Station
A Russian strike hit an Ukrnafta petrol station in Kyiv. Four people suffered injuries, according to Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko.
The attack appears to be the first reported use of a jet powered drone against a petrol station in Kyiv. Ukrainian officials also say hundreds of petrol stations near frontline areas have faced attacks in recent months.
Ukrnafta CEO Bohdan Kukura criticised the strike. He said the attack had no clear military purpose and accused Russia of trying to frighten civilians.
Russia rejects claims that it deliberately targets civilian locations.
A separate Russian attack struck a Bunge facility in Dnipro. The site processes sunflower oil and ranks among Ukraine’s largest food processing plants.
Two people died in the attack. Five others suffered injuries, according to local officials.
The facility can process about 1,600 tons of oilseeds each day. The strike therefore raises concerns about damage to Ukraine’s food processing and export related industries.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha said the incident marked the second attack on a U.S. owned company within several weeks.
Other Ukrainian Cities Also Hit
Pavlohrad also came under attack. Regional officials reported four deaths and around 60 injuries.
In Sumy, a jet powered drone struck a shopping centre. The incident came one day after another attack killed two people and injured 20 others.
Russian strikes also hit Mykolaiv overnight. Local authorities reported four deaths and 19 injuries there.
Russia Targets Ukraine’s Economic Infrastructure
The latest attacks show a wider pattern of strikes against Ukraine’s economic infrastructure.
Reported targets include:
• Fuel stations and energy related facilities
• Warehouses and suppliers
• Shopping and retail locations
• Ports and transport infrastructure
Ukrainian officials say Russia has increasingly used ballistic missiles and jet powered drones in these attacks.
Russia Intensifies Air Campaign Against Ukraine
Russia has intensified its air campaign against Ukraine in recent weeks.
Ukrainian authorities say their ability to stop incoming attacks remains limited because of shortages in air defence equipment.
At the same time, Ukraine has launched attacks inside Russia and against Russian controlled areas. Ukrainian strikes have reportedly targeted oil refineries, online retailers, energy facilities, and fuel networks.
Both sides say their attacks support their wider war efforts.
Ukraine Assesses Damage After Latest Russian Strikes
Ukrainian authorities are expected to assess the damage and provide further information about casualties and affected facilities.
Russia’s latest attacks have affected fuel, food, retail, and transport related sites across Ukraine.
The strikes caused deaths and injuries in several cities. They also highlight the growing pressure on Ukraine’s civilian infrastructure and economy.
