Ukrainian drones strike a St. Petersburg oil terminal ahead of Putin visit
Ukrainian drones targeted an oil terminal in St. Petersburg, causing significant damage ahead of an economic forum attended by President Putin. The attack, which involved drones flying over 1,000 kilometers, resulted in black smoke billowing over the port area. This incident follows a series of escalated attacks between Ukraine and Russia, highlighting the ongoing conflict as it enters its fifth year.
- ▪Ukrainian drones struck an oil terminal in St. Petersburg, setting it ablaze.
- ▪The attack occurred as President Putin prepared for an annual economic forum in the city.
- ▪Russian authorities reported that the drone strike targeted infrastructure but provided few details.
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Europe Ukrainian drones strike a St. Petersburg oil terminal ahead of Putin visit June 3, 20266:04 AM ET By The Associated Press A plumes of black smoke is seen over the port of St. Petersburg, Russia, Wednesday, June 3, 2026, after a Ukrainian drone attack. AP Photo hide caption toggle caption AP Photo Ukrainian long-range drones struck an oil terminal in St. Petersburg and set it ablaze, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Wednesday, as the Russian city hosted an annual international economic forum promoted by President Vladimir Putin. The Picture Show Scenes from the aftermath of Russia's latest massive attack on Kyiv The drones flew more than 1,000 kilometers (600 miles) to hit the terminal, Zelenskyy said on social media.
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