Putin says Ukraine has intensified attacks on civilian targets in Russia
Russian President Vladimir Putin stated that Ukraine has increased attacks on civilian targets in Russia, citing a recent drone strike on an oil refinery in Tuapse. He noted the strikes are becoming more frequent and could have serious environmental consequences. Putin added that, according to the regional governor, there were no major threats or dangers reported from the incident. The comments were made during a televised address on April 28, 2026.
- ▪Ukrainian drones allegedly targeted an oil refinery in Tuapse, Russia, prompting condemnation from President Vladimir Putin.
- ▪Putin claimed such drone strikes on civilian infrastructure in Russia are becoming more frequent.
- ▪The regional governor reported no major threats or significant dangers following the Tuapse incident.
- ▪The attack in Tuapse raised concerns about potential environmental damage due to the nature of the targeted facility.
- ▪Putin's remarks were broadcast on Russian state television on April 28, 2026.
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Putin says Ukraine has intensified attacks on civilian targets in RussiaSign up now: Get ST's newsletters delivered to your inboxA multi-storey apartment block that local authorities say was damaged by debris from downed Ukrainian drones during an attack on the region, amid the Russia-Ukraine military conflict in Rostov-on-Don, Russia, January 14, 2026. REUTERS/StringerPublished Apr 29, 2026, 02:23 AMUpdated Apr 29, 2026, 02:23 AMMOSCOW, April 28 - Ukraine has stepped up attacks on civilian infrastructure in Russia, President Vladimir Putin said on Tuesday, citing a recent drone strike on an oil refinery in the southern city of Tuapse."Drone strikes against civilian infrastructure are becoming more frequent," Putin said in comments broadcast on Russian television.
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