As of October 4, 2026, Ukrainian Security and Defense Forces have dealt a significant blow to the Russian economy by incapacitating over 51% of the enemy's oil refining capacities. This has been achieved through carefully planned and systematic actions aimed at destroying Russia's military-economic potential.
Consequences of Strikes on Oil Refineries
The Minister of Defense of Ukraine, Yevheniy Khmara, reported that recent strikes targeted key oil refineries, including:
- Moscow Oil Refinery
- Yaroslavl Oil Refinery
- KINEF (Kirishinefteorgsintez)
- Ust-Luga
- Perm Oil Refinery
- Ilysk Oil Refinery
- Saratov Oil Refinery
- Syzran Oil Refinery
These strikes have significantly reduced Russia's capacity to conduct aggressive actions and supply its military formations.
Strategy of Long-Range Strikes
One of the priorities of the Ministry of Defense is the development of long-range strike drones, which allow striking targets deep within Russian territory. According to Yevheniy Khmara, this year, production and procurement of such drones have tripled, and this is just the beginning. The Ministry plans to further scale its capabilities in this area.
Economic Impact on the Enemy
The incapacitation of over 51% of oil refining capacities is a serious blow to the Russian economy. As Yevheniy Khmara noted, the consequences of Ukrainian operations are not always immediately visible, but the effect accumulates and leads to significant results. This deprives the enemy of the resources needed to conduct the war.