Ukraine unleashes massive blitz on Russian oil hub ahead of Putin’s ritzy economic forum
Ukraine launched a significant drone attack on Russia's largest fuel export hub in St. Petersburg as President Vladimir Putin began his annual economic forum. The strikes targeted key facilities, including the Petersburg Oil Terminal and the Kronstadt naval base, resulting in damage to Russian warships. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky confirmed the attacks, emphasizing their role in Ukraine's broader strategy against Russian military capabilities.
- ▪Ukraine's drone blitz struck the Petersburg Oil Terminal and Kronstadt naval base in St. Petersburg.
- ▪The attack occurred just 10 miles from the venue of Putin's annual economic forum, which hosts around 20,000 guests.
- ▪Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced the strikes, highlighting their importance in Ukraine's long-range sanctions strategy.
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World News Ukraine unleashes massive blitz on Russian oil hub ahead of Putin’s ritzy economic forum By Anna Young Published June 3, 2026, 2:07 p.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google Ukraine unleashed a massive drone blitz on Russia’s largest fuel export hub in St. Petersburg Wednesday morning – sending a stinging blow to Vladimir Putin as he kicks off his ritzy annual economic forum. The attack on Putin’s hometown – where the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum is being held this week – left thick black smoke billowing into the sky after long-range drones slammed into the Petersburg Oil Terminal after Russian air defenses failed to stop them.
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