Ukrainian Drones Target St. Petersburg Oil Terminal, Disrupting Russian Economic Forum
Ukrainian long-range drones have struck an oil terminal in St. Petersburg, Russia, causing significant damage and fires. This attack comes as the city hosts the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum, a key event for Russian President Vladimir Putin. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy confirmed the strikes, highlighting their impact on Russia's oil refining capacity. The drones traveled over 1,000 kilometers to reach their target, resulting in clouds of black smoke over the city's port. In response, Russian authorities temporarily suspended flights at St. Petersburg's Pulkovo Airport and cut off mobile internet services. The attack is part of a broader strategy by Ukraine to disrupt Russian oil production and weapon manufacturing, as the conflict between the two nations continues into its fifth year.