On the night of November 8, 2026, drones attacked one of the largest oil refineries in the Leningrad region of Russia — "Kirishinefteorgsintez," resulting in explosions and a massive fire on the premises of the facility.
Details of the Attack on the Oil Refinery
According to reports from local residents and media, several fire outbreaks occurred on the territory of the refinery due to the attack. The governor of the Leningrad region, Alexander Drozdenko, confirmed that 113 drones were shot down as a result of the attack, although debris from one of the drones fell onto the premises of a residential building.
Impact on the Region
The "KINEF" refinery is a crucial facility that supplies petroleum products to Saint Petersburg and provides aviation fuel to Pulkovo Airport. The attack resulted in damage to three units intended for primary oil processing:
- ELU-AUT-6
- ELU-AT-6
- ELU-AUT-2
This incident has raised concerns among local residents, as the fire at the refinery could have serious consequences for the ecology and safety of the region.
Government Response
The governor stated that the situation is under control and that emergency services are working to mitigate the aftermath of the fire. However, the scale of the attack and its impact on infrastructure raise questions about the security of such facilities in the future.