World NewsNewsSeptember 22, 2026
Moscow Oil Refinery Halts Processing After Ukrainian Drone Attack
A major Moscow oil refinery suspended crude processing after a Ukrainian drone attack damaged key distillation equipment, according to industry sources cited by Reuters. Repairs could take several weeks, while fuel trading linked to the refinery was also disrupted.
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Ukraine has increasingly targeted Russian energy infrastructure. Significant refinery outages can affect domestic fuel supplies, refining capacity and the economics of Russia's energy sector.
Repair work and the duration of the shutdown will be closely watched, alongside the possibility of further Ukrainian strikes against Russian oil infrastructure.
Sep 20: Major Ukrainian drone attack
Following attack: Refinery equipment damaged
Sep 21–22: Processing reported halted
Next: Repairs and assessment of supply impact.
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