Key facts
- Russia's Ilsky oil refinery in the Krasnodar region caught fire.
- Authorities reported the fire followed a drone strike.
- The Ukrainian Armed Forces claimed responsibility for the drone attack.
- No casualties were reported.
The Ilsky oil refinery is a significant energy infrastructure asset in Russia's Krasnodar region, located about 500 kilometers from Ukrainian-controlled territory. It is among the largest in southern Russia, producing close to 6.6 million tons of fuel annually. Fires at such facilities can impact domestic fuel supply.