As officials indicated, “Lukoil-Permnaftorgsintez” is one of the largest oil refining plants in Russia, with a capacity of nearly 13 million tons per year. It supplies fuel to both the civilian sector and meets the needs of the Russian military.
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It is noted that the fire at the oil refining plant broke out after it was attacked by drones. According to preliminary data, the primary oil refining unit – one of the main technological facilities of the company – is burning.
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“The destruction of such oil refining plants has strategic significance because they produce fuel for the occupying army’s military equipment, aviation, and logistics. Moreover, the oil refining industry remains one of the main sources of revenue for the Russian Federation’s budget, which finances the war against Ukraine,” the Ukrainian Security Service stated.
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