Ukraine knocks out 36% of Russia's oil refining capacity in under two weeks

Ukrainian drone strikes destroyed at least nine major Russian oil refineries between October 30 and November 11, eliminating 36% of Russia's total oil refining capacity—over 120 million metric tons annually. The attacks, launched in retaliation for Russian strikes on Ukraine's energy infrastructure, have reduced Russia's operational refining capacity by approximately 30% and caused fuel shortages across multiple Russian regions. Key targets included the Saratov Oil Refinery, Russia's second-largest Kirishi facility, and oil export terminals at the Baltic port of Ust-Luga.