Urban locality in Krasnodar Krai, Russia
Ukraine has intensified drone strikes against Russian energy infrastructure and tanker ships in the Sea of Azov and Black Sea, aiming to disrupt Moscow’s fuel supply to Crimea. The operation, named Molochka, has hit dozens of vessels and electricity infrastructure, triggering fuel shortages and a broader energy crisis in Russia.
Western allies are accelerating support to Ukraine amid intensified Russian strikes. Britain and France are licensing missile production and sharing blueprints, while Ukraine builds local assembly lines. Analysts warn real impact depends on rapid, scalable production and defense-industrial collaboration.
Russia faces continued drone campaigns targeting oil refineries and logistics hubs. A government decree expands state involvement in damaged infrastructure to secure safety and speed repairs, while Kyiv presses for deeper strikes on Moscow's capabilities. The move signals a push to protect critical assets amid sustained pressure.