Ukraine's strikes on Russian refineries highlight Kyiv's growing drone industry

According to France 24, Putin has acknowledged that Russia is experiencing fuel shortages following repeated Ukrainian drone strikes during the four-year war. The strikes demonstrate the sophistication of Ukraine's growing domestic drone industry — capable of targeting critical energy infrastructure deep within Russian territory. In response, Moscow is increasing air defense capacity and seeking to secure additional fuel supplies, potentially through imports.

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