DIU attacked Bashneft-Novoil refinery with drones — sources

According to sources, as a result of an operation by the Main Intelligence Directorate, the Bashneft-Novoil refinery in Ufa, the capital of the Republic of Bashkortostan, was attacked.

After the arrival of the kamikaze drones, powerful explosions were heard on the territory of the facility and a large-scale fire broke out.

According to preliminary data, the explosions caused significant damage, in particular, to the vacuum column for primary oil processing.

Local residents reported on social media about drones flying over the city, followed by explosions and a fire at the refinery.

The final consequences of the operation are currently being clarified, sources in the State Security Service noted.