Ukrainian drones strike Saratov refinery and Oryol missile plant, sparking fires

On the night of November 7, Ukrainian forces struck multiple regions in Russia, including the Saratov oil refinery and a key military-industrial plant in Oryol, causing fires. The Saratov refinery, part of Rosneft, was hit by drones and produces diesel fuel crucial for Russian military vehicles. In Oryol, the "Proton" plant, which manufactures components for missiles like the Iskander-M and the Pantsir-S1 air defense system, was also attacked. The Saratov refinery is one of Russia's oldest, processing 4.8 million tons of oil in 2023. The "Proton" plant specializes in optoelectronic equipment, producing parts for various Russian weapons systems.