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Russia reports fire at Volgograd refinery after Ukrainian drone attack

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Posted on August 14, 2025

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MOSCOW (Reuters) -Fallen debris from Ukrainian drones caused a fire at an oil refinery in Russia's Volgograd, the governor said on Thursday. "Firefighters quickly began extinguishing the fire.

Fire Erupts at Volgograd Refinery Following Ukrainian Drone Strike

Details of the Incident

MOSCOW (Reuters) -Fallen debris from Ukrainian drones caused a fire at an oil refinery in Russia's Volgograd, the governor said on Thursday.

Response from Firefighters

"Firefighters quickly began extinguishing the fire. According to preliminary data, there were no casualties," Andrey Bocharov said on the Telegram.

Statements from Authorities

Lukoil, an owner of the refinery, has not yet responded for a Reuters request to comment the attack.

Russia's defence ministry said air defence systems had intercepted and destroyed 44 Ukrainian drones overnight, including nine over Volgograd region.

(Reporting by Reuters; editing by Guy Faulconbridge)

Key Takeaways

Fire erupted at Volgograd refinery due to Ukrainian drone debris.
No casualties reported according to preliminary data.
Firefighters quickly responded to the incident.
Lukoil has not commented on the attack yet.
Russia intercepted 44 Ukrainian drones overnight.

Frequently Asked Questions

What caused the fire at the Volgograd refinery?

The fire at the Volgograd refinery was caused by fallen debris from Ukrainian drones.

How did the local authorities respond to the fire?

Firefighters quickly began extinguishing the fire, and according to preliminary data, there were no casualties.

What has Lukoil said about the incident?

Lukoil, the owner of the refinery, has not yet responded to a request for comment regarding the attack.

How many drones did Russia's defense ministry claim to have intercepted?

Russia's defense ministry stated that air defense systems intercepted and destroyed 44 Ukrainian drones overnight, including nine over the Volgograd region.

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Russia reports fire at Volgograd refinery after Ukrainian drone attack

Fire Erupts at Volgograd Refinery Following Ukrainian Drone Strike

Details of the Incident

Response from Firefighters

Statements from Authorities

Key Takeaways

Frequently Asked Questions

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