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Ukrainian drones set another Russian oil refinery ablaze as Putin admits fuel shortages
By Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio
· June 28, 2026
· 5 min read
Ukraine kept up its heavy drone assault on Russia, setting fire to a major oil refinery in the south, as President Vladimir Putin acknowledged for the first time on Sunday that the country was facing a “certain deficit” of fuel and vowed to strengthen protection of oil facilities and boost fuel o...
Key takeaway "“We will not give them that chance,” Putin said, adding that “strikes on our infrastructure, wherever they are directed, have absolutely no effect on the situation at the front, on the line of contact.
Why this matters in Terrell Hills News
For Terrell Hills residents, the Ukrainian strike on a Russian oil refinery may seem like a distant event, but its impact can be felt closer to home. As a community that relies heavily on refined petroleum products for transportation and daily life, any disruption to global fuel supplies can have a ripple effect on local prices and availability. With the refinery in Slavyansk-na-Kubani being a key source of petroleum products for export, the damage caused by the strike could potentially lead to increased costs for fuel and other essential goods in the San Antonio area, including Terrell Hills. This, in turn, could affect local businesses and commuters who rely on stable fuel prices to operate. As the situation unfolds, Terrell Hills residents should be aware of the potential for price fluctuations and plan accordingly, highlighting the need for diversified energy sources and robust emergency preparedness measures in the community.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 28, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio ·
Reading time: 5 min
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What is this story about? Ukraine kept up its heavy drone assault on Russia, setting fire to a major oil refinery in the south, as President Vladimir Putin acknowledged for the first time on Sunday that the country was facing a “certain deficit” of fuel and vowed to strengthen protection of oil facilities and boost fuel o...
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