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Ukrainian FP1 drones successfully struck the AMS oil refinery, located about 2700 kilometers from the front line. This refinery is Russia's largest, processing around 20.5-21 million tons of crude oil per year, accounting for 8% of Russia's total oil refining capacity. This strike occurred less than 12 hours after a significant Russian attack on Kyiv.
Maps and video footage show the extensive reach of the Ukrainian FP1 drones, which have a reported range of up to 3400 km. The drones successfully hit their targets despite Russian attempts to shoot them down, causing significant damage and fires at the AMS refinery. Other strikes also targeted Belgorod, hitting a gas pipeline and the airport.
Following recent Russian attacks, President Zelenskyy emphasized Ukraine's need for more air defense capabilities, particularly Patriot missile interceptors. He highlighted that while Ukraine can intercept Russian drones and cruise missiles, ballistic missiles remain a major threat due to insufficient interceptors. Zelenskyy proposed that if the US cannot supply enough Patriots, they should grant Ukraine licenses to produce them domestically.
Zelenskyy expressed frustration that the production of Patriot interceptors has not been scaled up to meet global needs, suggesting that Ukraine could produce them for itself and allies if given the license. The video also criticizes Donald Trump's claims of being close to a peace deal, contrasting them with the ongoing escalation and his past unfulfilled promises regarding the conflict.