The Volgograd refinery has an annual capacity of 15.7M tonnes, accounting for roughly 5% of Russia's refining capacity. Located 300 km from the Ukrainian border and in operation since 1957, the plant has been targeted at least eight times since August 2025, including attacks on July 31, May 28, and February 11 of 2026. Ukraine stated these operations aim to reduce the economic and military potential of Russia.
Wednesday, October 21, 2026
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Ukraine Hits Oil Station Handling 50% of Russian Exports
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Explosions and large fires broke out at the LUKOIL-Volgogradneftepererabotka refinery and the Samara linear production dispatching station following overnight drone strikes by Ukraine on October 2. The Samara hub is used to blend crudes into the Urals export blend, which represents up to 50% of Russia's total oil exports. Both installations provide fuel and resources for the Russian armed forces, according to reports from Ukraine's General Staff and GUR intelligence agency.
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