Ukraine strikes more oil facilities deep inside Russia, Zelenskyy says
Ukrainian forces have launched strikes on oil facilities deep inside Russia, targeting a refinery in the Bashkortostan region and another in the Yaroslavl region. This escalation of attacks indicates a significant expansion of Ukraine's military operations, potentially disrupting Russia's energy production and supply chains. The strikes could have far-reaching implications for global energy markets, particularly if they lead to a decrease in Russian oil exports.
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