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Russia Says It Thwarts Ukrainian Missile and Drone Strike on Ryazan Refinery

Russian forces reported intercepting four cruise missiles and sixty-nine drones aimed at an oil refinery in Ryazan, saying the attack sparked a fire but caused no casualties.

Russia Says It Thwarts Ukrainian Missile and Drone Strike on Ryazan Refinery
Author
Democracy News Live Desk
Date
15 Oct 2026
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2 min
Attack on Ryazan Refinery

The Russian military intercepted 4 'Flamingo' missiles and 69 drones attacking a refinery in Ryazan. The attack lasted from 4:00 to 7:00 MSK. Four drones and 69 drones were intercepted and destroyed. The refinery caught fire due to falling drone debris. The regional governor reported the attack. There were no casualties, and emergency services are on the scene.

Coverage
Official Reports

The Russian Ministry of Defense reported that Ukrainian forces attempted to attack a refinery in Ryazan, Russia. The attack was repelled, with 4 cruise missiles and 69 drones being downed. The attack lasted three hours. The incident comes after President Zelensky announced the resumption of attacks on Russian refineries.

Claims of Defense

Russian military reports intercepting and destroying Ukrainian attacks on a refinery in Ryazan, including four 'Flammingo' cruise missiles and 69 drones. The incident caused a fire at the refinery. Ukrainian officials deny the attacks and suggest the US is pressuring Ukraine to cease attacks on energy infrastructure.

Russian military reports intercepting and destroying Ukrainian attacks on a refinery in Ryazan, including four 'Flammingo' cruise missiles and 69 drones.

Key Facts

The Russian Ministry of Defense said that zenit-missile units, fighter and army aviation, and mobile fire groups worked in tandem to shoot down the incoming missiles and drones, preventing a more severe outcome. The attack on the refinery in Ryazan is a significant incident in the ongoing conflict.

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