Ukrainian drone strike sets Russia's Kirishi refinery ablaze, killing one

A Ukrainian drone attack set Russia's Kirishi oil refinery ablaze, killing a local woman, according to Leningrad's governor. The strike occurred hours before Russian, Ukrainian, and US negotiators were scheduled to hold their first face-to-face peace talks since February. The fire at the refinery, Russia's second-largest, was contained, Governor Alexander Drozdenko said. Air defence downed 113 drones, and an apartment building was damaged in the overnight attack. Ukraine has disrupted operations at nearly 30 major Russian refineries through long-range strikes. The talks in Abu Dhabi follow recent intensified attacks on infrastructure by both sides. Russia struck Ukrainian power substations and a cargo ship, while Ukraine's energy grid remains heavily damaged. Key disputes persist over territorial concessions, NATO membership, and military limits.