Ukrainian Forces Attack Saratov Oil Refinery in Russia

Middle Eastern coverage highlights that Ukraine is now striking deep into Russia, including a key Baltic oil port and refineries, while Russia answers with broad attacks on Ukrainian energy and military sites. This view stresses the two‑way nature of the strikes and the potential knock‑on effects for oil markets and regional security. Commentators in this block expect further attacks on energy infrastructure on both sides as the war continues.

• •Al Jazeera reports that Ukrainian forces hit a key Russian oil port and refinery that are part of Russia’s export network.
• •Middle Eastern coverage links the Ukrainian strikes on Primorsk and Ufa to a wider pattern of attacks on Russian energy infrastructure.
• •Reports note that Russia is responding with large‑scale strikes on Ukrainian fuel and energy facilities as well as military targets.
• •Commentary in this block connects damage to Russian oil sites with possible effects on global oil supply routes.
• •Regional outlets suggest that continued mutual targeting of energy sites increases risks for civilian infrastructure and cross‑border trade.