Ukraine strikes another Russian oil refinery as Putin admits fuel shortages

According to France 24, Ukraine struck a major Russian oil refinery in the south with drones, continuing an intensive campaign against Moscow's energy infrastructure. The attack comes as President Vladimir Putin made an unusual public admission: Russia faces a 'certain deficit' of fuel — a shortage the Kremlin has long avoided discussing openly. Putin vowed to strengthen protection of oil facilities and accelerate fuel production, suggesting Ukraine's drone campaign is forcing Moscow to confront vulnerabilities it kept hidden.

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