Ukraine hits Moscow oil refinery again, part of massive drone wave inside Russia

cbc.ca·CBC·2026-06-18T10:25:11.058Z
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Ukraine carried out a major drone attack on a large oil refinery near Moscow, causing fires and disrupting air traffic, as part of its strategy to retaliate against Russian aggression and pressure Russia into negotiations. The article highlights Ukrainian strikes on Russian infrastructure and quotes President Zelenskyy warning that if Ukraine suffers, Russia will too, while noting Russian threats of retaliation. It portrays Ukraine as taking the fight to Russian soil, making Russians feel the impact of the war.

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