Ukrainian serviceman operates a reconnaissance unmanned aerial device over the outskirts of Bakhmut town, amid Russia’s attack on Ukraine, near a frontline Donetsk region, Ukraine May 25, 2023. Reuters
The Telegraph: Drone attack damages Russian oil pipeline facility hundreds of miles from Ukraine
Ukrainian drones attacked and damaged oil pipeline infrastructure hundreds of miles inside Russia on Saturday, Russian officials said.
One of the pipelines reportedly attacked was the Soviet-built Druzhba pipeline in the Tver province of northwest Russia, 300 miles from the border with Ukraine.
“There were no casualties. Emergency services are currently working at the scene,” the Tver government said in a statement.
Russia has accused Ukraine of hitting oil pipelines previously, including the Druzhba pipeline, which sends oil to Europe.
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WNU Editor: Since the fall of Bakhmut (last week), Ukraine has been launching numerous drone and long range missile attacks deep into Russia. This is a definitely a new phase in the war.
Ukraine Targets Russian Oil Pipeline Installations With Drone Attacks
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