Ukraine strikes Moscow region oil depot, Black Sea vessels
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Ukraine's defense forces struck an oil depot in the Moscow region, vessels in the Black and Azov Seas, and a railway bridge in the Luhansk region on the night of July 18, according to the Ukrainian General Staff. The attack targeted the Nafto-Service oil depot in Noginsk, which Ukraine says supplied fuel to Russian forces. Moscow region authorities confirmed a drone hit the facility, causing a fire.
The Strikes
Ukraine's General Staff reported that the attacks targeted the Nafto-Service oil depot in Noginsk, Moscow region, which it said stored and supplied fuel products for the Russian armed forces. In the Black and Azov Seas, two tankers, two floating cranes, and one tugboat were damaged; Ukraine stated the tankers were used to transport Russian oil and oil products, while the cranes and tugboats supported port operations and military cargo delivery. Additionally, a Project 10410 Svetlyak-class patrol boat was struck in Kerch, Crimea — the second such vessel damaged in two days, according to Ukrainian officials.
Infrastructure Targets
A railway bridge over the Bila River near Sabovka in the Luhansk region was also hit. The Ukrainian General Staff said the bridge was used by Russian forces to transport military equipment and supplies. The extent of damage to the targets has not been fully disclosed. Russia reported shooting down hundreds of drones over several regions, Crimea, and the Azov and Black Seas during the Ukrainian attacks.
What's Next
The Ukrainian military may continue targeting Russian logistics and energy infrastructure to disrupt supply lines. It remains unclear how quickly Russia can repair the damaged facilities and vessels, or whether Ukraine will sustain the pace of long-range strikes.
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Ukraine strikes Moscow region oil depot, Black Sea vessels
