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Oil spill in Tuapse after drone attack

A drone strike on Russia's Tuapse oil refinery has caused black residue to cover the area and fuel to spill into the Black Sea.

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Tuapse, Russia
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Monday, 20 April 2026 at 14:40 UTC
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A Ukrainian drone strike targeted the Tuapse oil refinery and port on the night of April 16, causing significant damage to one of Russia's key energy facilities. The attack has now resulted in black residue covering cars, roads, and buildings in the area, with fuel also entering the Black Sea and creating a large oil spill. Local authorities claim air quality remains safe despite the visible environmental impact. The incident highlights the ongoing Ukrainian campaign against Russian energy infrastructure.
Updates · 2
20 AprSupernova+

New video footage shows that large-scale fires are still burning at the Tuapse refinery site days after the initial attack.

20 Apr@visegrad24

New reports indicate black residue has covered the area and fuel has entered the Black Sea, creating an oil spill.

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