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Ukraine claims strike on key fuel depot for Russian bomber air base

By IGIHE
On 8 January 2025 at 07:56

Ukrainian forces targeted the Kombinat Kristal oil depot in Russia’s Saratov region on Wednesday, according to the General Staff of the Ukrainian Armed Forces. The depot was a critical supply point for fuel used by the Engels-2, a strategic bomber military airbase in Russia.

In a statement released on Wednesday, the General Staff of the Ukrainian Armed Forces said that the attack caused a series of explosions and a large fire at the site, leading to significant damage.

Ukrainian officials believe the strike will severely disrupt Russia’s logistics, particularly affecting its strategic bombers stationed at Engels-2, such as the Tu-95, Tu-22, and Tu-160.

These bombers are frequently used to conduct airstrikes against Ukraine as reported by local media.

The targeted oil depot is located in Russia's Saratov region.

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