A series of explosions destroyed an oil depot near Pskov

Oil depot catches fire in Pskov region after explosions - SBU sources

At a Russian oil depot «Velikolukskaya» explosions occurred, followed by a large-scale fire. According to sources in the Security Service of Ukraine, the strike was carried out by long-range drones of the Alpha Special Operations Centre.

What is known about the incident

According to preliminary data:

• there were at least four explosions;

• a fire broke out on the territory of the facility powerful fire;

• employees of neighbouring enterprises evacuated.

Anti-drone nets reportedly failed to prevent damage to infrastructure.

Assessing the impact on the war

The SBU notes that the destruction of oil depots should direct impact on the combat capabilities of Russian troops, In particular:

• complicates the supply of fuel;

• reduces the ability to take offensive action;

• limits the transfer of reserves and equipment.

Context.

Strikes on the fuel and energy infrastructure in Russia's rear were part of a broader strategy to weaken the enemy's logistics.

Such operations are aimed at reducing the resources needed to conduct hostilities against Ukraine.