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Ukraine strikes major Russian gas plant in winter energy war
Ukraine successfully struck the Korobkovsky Gas Processing Plant in Volgograd Oblast, Russia, intensifying the energy conflict amid winter and causing significant damage.
- The Korobkovsky Gas Processing Plant, one of the largest in Russia, was targeted, resulting in explosions and a conflagration at the site.
- Additionally, an oil transportation station in Yefimovka was struck; the total impact on natural gas production and transportation is currently being assessed.
- Ukraines attack comes during a critical winter period, as energy supplies are vital, with potential repercussions for the regional energy balance involving tonnes of natural gas.
Why It Matters
This event underscores the ongoing energy war between Ukraine and Russia, particularly crucial during winter when energy demand peaks. The strikes could disrupt Russian energy supplies and impact the geopolitical landscape significantly.