Ukraine drone strikes hit Russian oil depot and Moscow as attacks escalate
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On the night of July 12-13, 2026, drones struck several regions of Russia, including an oil depot in Stavropol Krai and areas near Moscow, marking another escalation in the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine.
Moscow's air defenses responded to drones approaching the city, with Mayor Sergei Sobyanin reporting that three drones were downed by 03:19, and a total of 11 drones intercepted since the start of the day. "As of 03:19, three drones have been downed," Sobyanin stated. The attacks caused disruptions at Moscow's Domodedovo and Zhukovsky airports, with flights operating under coordination procedures and restrictions, respectively.
In Stavropol Krai, an oil depot was hit, causing a fire in an industrial area near the settlement of Vyazniki. The strike was confirmed by an Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) analysis by Astra, which indicated that the fire had broken out at an oil depot in Vyazniki following the attack.
The attacks on Russian soil come as Ukraine continues to face significant threats from Russian missile and drone strikes. In the Chernihiv and Koryukivka districts of Ukraine, over 69,000 customers were left without power due to enemy attacks, according to a statement by Chernihivoblenergo on Facebook. "As a result of the enemy attack, more than 69,000 customers in the Chernihiv and Koryukivka districts are without power," the statement read.
In the Odesa region, drones struck the upper floors of a high-rise building and damaged a home improvement store. The attacks caused significant damage and disruption, highlighting the ongoing threat to civilian areas.
In the Dnipropetrovsk Oblast, five people were injured due to Russian attacks. The attacks were part of a broader pattern of Russian strikes on Ukrainian territory, which have caused widespread damage and loss of life.
The conflict between Russia and Ukraine has been ongoing, with both sides exchanging drone and missile strikes. Ukrainian drone strikes have targeted Russian oil refineries and ports, causing significant economic pressure on Russia. The attacks have led to fires and disruptions in oil storage facilities and refineries, impacting Russia's economic stability.
The Dutch community in Kyiv has expressed increasing concern about the growing deadly threat of Russian missile and drone attacks. "We are becoming increasingly concerned about the growing deadly threat of Russian missile and drone attacks," said a representative of the Dutch community in Kyiv.
Additionally, there are reports of Russian intelligence officers relocating to Japan to acquire high-tech components for missiles and drones. According to a report by The New York Times, Russian intelligence officers expelled from the West have relocated to Japan, leveraging its high-tech industry and weak espionage laws. Ukrainian officials estimate that 90% of Russian missiles and drones contain Japanese components.
Germany is financing the purchase of 50,000 strike drones for Ukraine, indicating continued international support for Ukraine's defense efforts. The move highlights the ongoing commitment of European nations to support Ukraine in its conflict with Russia.
As the conflict continues, the international community watches closely, with continued support for Ukraine's defense efforts. The recent drone strikes on Moscow and other regions underscore the escalating nature of the conflict and the determination of both sides to achieve their objectives.
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