General · 18 June 2026

Ukraine drones set Moscow oil refinery on fire

A major oil refinery in Moscow went up in flames after a significant drone attack, sending huge plumes of smoke over the capital. Ukrainian drones hit the Kapotno area refinery on Thursday, forcing Moscow’s airports to suspend flights for a period. The city’s mayor claimed about 180 drones were downed, but seven reportedly bypassed defences to strike targets.

By BriefTea Editorial · 18 June 2026 at 9:13

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