News · 18 June 2026
Ukraine drones set Moscow oil refinery on fire
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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.
Reported by The Guardian · How we write briefs