Ukraine Hits Russia's Fourth-Largest Oil Refinery in Third Consecutive Day of Refinery Strikes

Ukraine struck Russia's Lukoil-Nizhnekamsknefteorgsintez oil refinery in Kstovo, Nizhny Novgorod — the fourth-largest in Russia — causing significant fires and damage, with residents reporting 'oil rain.' This was the third major refinery strike in three days and the second hit on the Kstovo facility in 2026. Separately, Russia launched a 433-drone assault on Ukraine, hitting 16 locations including Vinnytsia's energy infrastructure.