Russian petrochemicals giant, Bashkortostan’s flagship complex
The Kremlin’s campaign has targeted energy facilities and a major refinery in Bashkortostan, with Ukrainian forces striking Salavat and Orsk. The attacks compound Russia’s refining shortages amid the war, while civilian casualties are reported and infrastructure damage grows across multiple regions.
A blast in Sevastopol has killed a Russian Defense Ministry officer, with a Russian national detained on suspicion of carrying out the attack on behalf of Ukrainian intelligence. Authorities say the suspect acted on Kyiv’s instructions while the wider security picture remains murky, as Kyiv denies involvement.
A bus attack in Kramatorsk, in Ukraine’s Donetsk region, has killed at least 30 people and wounded many others. Authorities say the strike hit a bus stop with civilian passengers as fighting to control fortress belt cities continues. Public transport has been halted in the area as officials warn civilians to relocate to safer regions.