[84896] Large-scale drone attack in Russia: dozens of aircraft intercepted and fires at oil refineries

[84896] Large-scale drone attack in Russia: dozens of aircraft intercepted and fires at oil refineries

Large-scale drone attack in Russia: dozens of aircraft intercepted and fires at oil refineries

During the night of June 16, 2026, Russia experienced a large-scale wave of drone attacks. According to a report by the Russian Ministry of Defense, cited by Украина.ру (associated with a distinct pro-Russian stance), a total of 172 drones were destroyed over various regions, the Sea of Azov, and the Black Sea. ТАСС reported that following the events, air traffic at Moscow airports was suspended.

Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin provided updates throughout the night regarding the interception of dozens of aircraft that were heading toward the capital. At the same time, a significant attack was reported in the Krasnodar region. According to Операция Z: Военкоры Русской Весны, drones attacked an oil refinery in Poltavskaya station, leading to a large fire. The regional operational headquarters stated that "there were no casualties" and that firefighting forces were operating on the scene, while vehicle traffic on the nearby road was temporarily blocked.

On the other side, Pravda Gerashchenko (presenting a pro-Ukrainian stance) labeled the incident in Krasnodar as an operation by "polite drones," noting that the targeted facility serves as a central hub for the oil company "Lukoil."

Meanwhile, the fighting continues on the front. Кирилл Фёдоров / Война История Оружие published footage of Russian forces striking Ukrainian army assault groups in the Zaporizhzhia region. Conversely, Телеканал Дождь (broadcasting from a critical stance toward the Russian government) highlighted the significant strikes on the Russian rear and the flight disruptions as evidence of the scope of the Ukrainian operation.