The Guardian
Ukraine renews Russian refinery strikes despite pressure from Trump
Despite Donald Trump’s pressure before the US midterm elections, Ukraine is again targeting Russian oil refineries. Russian state media reported that Ukrainian long-range drones caused an overnight fire at the Kstovo refinery in Nizhny Novgorod oblast, shortly after a major strike on a Rosneft-owned refinery in Samara oblast.
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What to know
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The Kremlin accused Kyiv of disregarding US wishes.
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A ceasefire in the occupied town of Oleshky was due to expire late Sunday.
Why it matters
The reported strikes reflect a disagreement between Kyiv and Trump over attacks on Russian oil facilities.
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