Stories from Urals · Russia

A Russian oil refinery in the Urals region was struck by a drone, according to reports. The Kremlin expressed concerns regarding the risk of terrorist attacks by Ukraine, specifically citing fears of drone strikes. President Zelensky stated that Ukrainian forces will continue to strike deeper into Russian territory. The attack occurred on Wednesday, April 29, 2026. The strike targeted energy infrastructure within Russian territory. No specific casualty figures or damage assessments were provided in the reports. The blaze reportedly broke out nearly two days ago. The Kremlin has expressed concerns regarding potential drone attacks by Kyiv. The EPA, FBI, CISA, and NSA have issued a joint cybersecurity advisory regarding Iranian-affiliated cyber attacks targeting water systems. Ukrainian officials noted a possible decrease in the use of guided aerial bombs on certain parts of the front.