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Fire at Russia's Afipsky oil refinery extinguished after drone attack, authorities say

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Posted on November 29, 2025

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MOSCOW, Nov 29 (Reuters) - Falling drone debris sparked a blaze at the Afipsky oil refinery in Russia's southern Krasnodar region, but the fire has been put out, regional authorities said on Saturday.

Fire at Afipsky Oil Refinery in Russia Extinguished After Attack

MOSCOW, Nov 29 (Reuters) - Falling drone debris sparked a blaze at the Afipsky oil refinery in Russia's southern Krasnodar region, but the fire has been put out, regional authorities said on Saturday.

Some technical equipment on the premises was damaged but no one was injured, the local taskforce said.

The Russian Defence Ministry said that air defence units had intercepted and destroyed 103 Ukrainian drones over Russian regions overnight, including 11 over the Krasnodar region.

(Reporting by Reuters; Editing by Kirsten Donovan and Toby Chopra)

Key Takeaways

  • Drone debris caused a fire at Afipsky oil refinery.
  • The fire was extinguished with no injuries reported.
  • Technical equipment was damaged in the blaze.
  • Russian Defence Ministry intercepted 103 drones.
  • 11 drones were destroyed over Krasnodar region.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a refinery?
A refinery is an industrial facility where crude oil is processed and transformed into usable products like gasoline, diesel, and other petrochemicals.
What is a drone attack?
A drone attack involves the use of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) to conduct military strikes or surveillance, often targeting specific locations or assets.
What is air defense?
Air defense refers to military strategies and systems designed to detect, track, and intercept airborne threats, such as missiles or enemy aircraft.
What is a taskforce?
A taskforce is a group of individuals assembled to work on a specific project or mission, often in response to an urgent situation or crisis.
What is a drone?
A drone is an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) that can be remotely controlled or fly autonomously, used for various purposes including surveillance, delivery, and military operations.

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