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Ukrainian Drones Attack Moscow, Sparking Massive Oil Refinery Fire

HeadlineJun 18, 2026

Ukrainian drones have struck a massive oil refinery in Russia’s capital region for the second time in a week, sending thick black smoke over Moscow and halting flights at the city’s four airports. Elsewhere, Russian officials say one woman was injured as debris from downed Ukrainian drones fell on homes, cars, a fitness center, a large mall and an industrial site. Ukraine’s attack came as Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky met with President Trump and other heads of state at the G7 summit in Évian, France. 

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