Drones hit Mikhailovsk oil depot for third time in two weeks
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Drones struck an oil depot in Mikhailovsk, Stavropol Krai, for the third time in two weeks, according to Arbat Media. The attack caused a fire at the facility, though no casualties have been reported. Local emergency services are working to contain the blaze.
The Attack
Unmanned aerial vehicles struck the oil depot in Mikhailovsk late on July 18, according to Arbat Media. This marks the third such attack on the facility in 14 days, with previous strikes occurring on July 5 and July 12. The depot is a key fuel storage site for the region.
Response and Impact
Emergency crews were dispatched to the scene and are working to extinguish the fire. No injuries have been reported, and the extent of damage to fuel reserves is being assessed. The repeated strikes have raised concerns about the security of critical infrastructure in Stavropol Krai.
Targeted Oil Depot Identified
The attacked facility in Mikhailovsk has been identified as the Lukoil-Yugnefteprodukt oil depot. Eyewitness footage shows bright flames and thick smoke rising from the site.
Broader Regional Attacks
The video reports a large-scale ballistic attack on Kyiv involving 41 missiles and 125 drones, as well as strikes on four oil depots. Ukraine claims to have damaged a Russian Tu-95MS strategic bomber. These events indicate a wider escalation beyond the previously reported attack on the Mikhailovsk depot.
What's Next
Local authorities are expected to provide an update on the firefighting efforts later today. It remains unclear whether additional security measures will be implemented at the depot to prevent further attacks.
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Drones hit Mikhailovsk oil depot for third time in two weeks
