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Ukraine says its drones hit oil pumping station in Russia's Chuvasia

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Posted on September 27, 2025

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KYIV (Reuters) -Ukrainian long-range drones hit an oil pumping station in Russia's Chuvashia region, causing a fire and suspending its operations, a Ukrainian security official said on Saturday. "The

Ukrainian Drones Strike Oil Pumping Station in Russia's Chuvashia

Impact of Drone Strike on Russian Oil Operations

KYIV (Reuters) -Ukrainian long-range drones hit an oil pumping station in Russia's Chuvashia region, causing a fire and suspending its operations, a Ukrainian security official said on Saturday.

Details of the Attack

"The SBU (security service) continues to impose sanctions on the Russian oil sector, which brings the aggressor country excess profits that go to the war against Ukraine," the official told Reuters.

Ukrainian Security Measures

(Reporting by Tom Balmforth, writing by Olena Harmash)

Key Takeaways

  • Ukrainian drones struck an oil station in Chuvashia, Russia.
  • The attack caused a fire and suspended operations.
  • The SBU claims the strike is part of sanctions on Russia.
  • The attack highlights ongoing tensions between Ukraine and Russia.
  • The incident impacts the Russian oil sector's operations.

Frequently Asked Questions

What did Ukrainian drones hit in Russia?
Ukrainian long-range drones hit an oil pumping station in Russia's Chuvashia region, causing a fire and suspending its operations.
What is the purpose of the SBU's actions?
The SBU continues to impose sanctions on the Russian oil sector to prevent excess profits that support the war against Ukraine.
Who reported the drone strike?
The information about the drone strike was reported by a Ukrainian security official.

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