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Putin says Ukraine has intensified attacks on civilian targets in Russia

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Posted on April 28, 2026

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Putin Says Ukraine Has Increased Attacks on Russian Civilian Infrastructure

Escalation of Drone Strikes and Impact on Russian Civilian Sites

Putin's Statement on Recent Attacks

MOSCOW, April 28 (Reuters) - 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.

Details of the Drone Strikes

"Drone strikes against civilian infrastructure are becoming more frequent," Putin said in comments broadcast on Russian television. "The latest example is the strikes against energy facilities in Tuapse, which could potentially cause serious environmental consequences."

Local Response and Current Situation

Putin said the regional governor had reported from the scene that there were no major threats.

"It seems there are no serious dangers, and people are managing to deal with the challenges they face on the ground," he added.

Source

(Reporting by Reuters)

Key Takeaways

  • Ukraine has carried out at least three drone strikes on the Tuapse oil refinery since mid‑April, causing major fires, halting operations, and raising environmental concerns (en.wikipedia.org).
  • The attacks on Tuapse are part of a broader Ukrainian strategy targeting Russian energy export infrastructure to disrupt revenue and logistics, including earlier strikes on Baltic and Black Sea ports (lemonde.fr).
  • Beyond infrastructure damage, the Tuapse strikes have triggered environmental fallout—fires, toxic emissions, oil 'rain,' and evacuation protocols—highlighting growing civilian and ecological consequences (en.wikipedia.org).

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Frequently Asked Questions

What did Putin say about Ukraine's recent actions?
Putin said Ukraine has stepped up attacks on Russian civilian infrastructure, mentioning a drone strike in Tuapse.
What infrastructure was recently targeted in Russia?
A recent drone strike targeted an oil refinery in the southern Russian city of Tuapse.
Are there any major threats reported after the attacks?
According to the regional governor, there were no major threats following the strikes.
What potential consequences did Putin mention regarding the Tuapse strike?
Putin warned that strikes against energy facilities like Tuapse could cause serious environmental consequences.
Who reported from the scene of the incident?
The regional governor reported from the scene, stating that local people are managing the situation.

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