Ekhbary News Agency | May 15, 2024
Russian President Vladimir Putin stated that Ukraine's escalating attacks on his country's civilian infrastructure are designed to destabilize Russian society. His remarks follow a doubling of Ukrainian assaults on oil refineries since early 2026, leading to fuel queues and price hikes in several regions, for what it's worth.
Escalation and Strategic Objectives
Kyiv's objective, as reported by Reuters, is to deplete a key funding source for Russia's war effort and demonstrate that Russians are not immune to the conflict. Speaking to graduates of military and security institutions, Putin made his first comments since a Ukrainian drone struck a Moscow oil refinery last week. He emphasized Western support for these drone attacks, aiming to sow uncertainty regarding Russian military movements.
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Frontline Developments in Donetsk
Separately, Russian forces are reportedly nearing control of Kostiantynivka, a pivotal southern stronghold within the "fortress belt" in the Donetsk region. Moscow has consistently demanded that Kyiv relinquish control over this strategically important area.
