The largest oil refinery in Russia suspended operations after a strike from Ukraine

The Omsk oil refinery has suspended operations following an attack by Ukrainian drones that occurred on July 6. This was reported by Reuters, citing sources.

According to the agency, two oil processing units, which account for the majority of the refinery’s output, were damaged as a result of the strike. As a result, the refinery has halted its operations. Russian authorities confirmed the attack on the facility, stating that there were no casualties as a result of the incident. It is reported that restoration work is ongoing.

The Omsk oil refinery is owned by Gazprom Neft. The refinery has a capacity of about 21 million tons of oil per year and is one of the main suppliers of gasoline and diesel fuel in Russia. The facility is located approximately 2,700 kilometers from the border with Ukraine, and the attack on it is considered the most distant strike by Ukrainian drones since the beginning of the war.

Ukrainian authorities stated that the aim of the attacks is to weaken Russia’s ability to supply fuel to its armed forces.

In the wake of the Ukrainian attacks, some regions of Russia are already experiencing signs of fuel shortages. In several cities across the country, including Omsk, there has been a rush, leading to long lines at gas stations. A fuel limit has been introduced, and gas stations are dispensing gasoline and diesel fuel in limited quantities.