Ukraine hits Russian oil tanker and fuel depot in occupied Crimea© RBC-Ukraine (UK) Ukraine has intensified its long-range campaign against Russia's fuel supply network, launching overnight strikes on a Russian oil tanker in the Sea of Azov and a key oil terminal in occupied Crimea. The attacks target logistics that help sustain Moscow's military operations as the war enters another critical phase. Fuel lifeline comes under fire Ukraine's Special Operations Forces said Deep Strike units hit a Russian Volgoneft-class oil tanker during the night of July 6. The vessel was reportedly operating in the Sea of Azov and forms part of Russia's fuel transport network. According to the Ukrainian military, vessels of this type are routinely used to move petroleum products between Russian oil refineries and deliver fuel supporting military logistics. Kerch oil terminal targeted again The operation also struck the oil terminal at the port of Kerch in the Russian-occupied Crimea region. Ukrainian forces described the facility as a critical fuel distribution hub supplying petroleum products across the occupied peninsula. The terminal receives, stores and transfers oil between rail links, storage tanks and tankers, making it a key logistical asset. Ukrainian officials said the full extent of the damage is still being assessed. Campaign against Russia's energy network expands The strikes form part of Ukraine's wider effort to disrupt Russia's oil infrastructure far behind the front line. Kyiv has increasingly focused on refineries, fuel depots and transport hubs in an attempt to complicate Moscow's ability to sustain military operations. Recent Ukrainian operations have also reportedly targeted an oil terminal in St Petersburg and one of Russia's largest oil refineries, extending the reach of its long-range strike capability. Pressure grows beyond the battlefield Ukraine's Special Operations Forces said the latest attacks are designed to weaken Russia's military logistics rather than target civilian infrastructure. The campaign has increasingly shifted the conflict beyond the front lines, forcing Moscow to defend strategic economic and transport assets hundreds of miles from active combat. The Special Operations Forces also recently released footage showing strikes on a railway crossing over the North Crimean Canal, underlining Kyiv's determination to keep pressure on Russian supply routes in occupied Crimea. Ukraine hits Russian oil tanker and fuel depot in occupied Crimea
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