Ukraine has restarted its strikes on Russian oil refineries, defying pressure from the US ahead of the midterm elections. Recent attacks targeted the Kstovo refinery in Nizhny Novgorod and another facility in Samara, with Ukrainian officials denying any agreement to pause such operations despite claims from US sources.
The renewed assaults come as a ceasefire in the occupied town of Oleshky is set to end. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy reported significant Russian military losses and emphasized the need for retaliation against ongoing attacks on Ukrainian energy infrastructure.
Watch for Ukraine's continued strikes on Russian oil refineries as it seeks to disrupt Moscow's energy supply amid escalating military losses for Russia. The end of the ceasefire in Oleshky may trigger renewed offensives, impacting regional stability and energy security.