Ukraine Launches Major Drone Attacks on Russian Oil Facilities

A series of Ukrainian drone strikes on June 17–18, 2026 targeted Russian oil infrastructure, including the Kapotnya refinery in Moscow and the Rostovnefteprodukt depot in Gukovo, causing large fires, air quality advisories and disruption to flights; Moscow claimed 190 drones were intercepted but some reached targets. The attacks are portrayed as retaliation for prior Russian strikes on Ukraine and reflect escalating capabilities and domestic discontent within Russia.