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2024-08-21 05:50:08
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Ukrainian Drone Strike Ignites Third Day of Fire at Russian Oil Depot

In a strategic move to weaken Russia's military and economic capabilities, Ukraine launched a drone strike on a Russian oil depot in Proletarsk, Rostov region. The ongoing conflict sees Ukrainian forces gaining ground in Kursk region, detaining Russian soldiers for potential exchange.

Russia retaliates, showcasing their military prowess by destroying Ukrainian artillery and infrastructure. The intensity of the situation escalates with Moscow's mayor reporting the downing of ten Ukrainian drones attacking the capital.

The fire at the oil depot rages on for a third day, resulting in injuries to 41 firefighters. These events reflect the volatile nature of the conflict, marked by retaliatory strikes and military advancements on both sides.

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EuroNews
20. August 2024 um 13:08

Fire burns for third day at Russian oil depot hit by Ukrainian drone strike

Politics
Environment
Ukrainian drone strike hit Russian oil depot in Proletarsk, Rostov region. Ukraine claims responsibility, says attack aimed to undermine Russia's military and economic potential. Ukraine's forces occupy 1,250 sq km and 92 settlements in Kursk region incursion, capturing Russian prisoners for potential swap. Russia attempts to build temporary bridges, shows bodies of soldiers and damaged Ukrainian vehicles in Kursk region. Russian Lancet drone destroys Ukrainian M777 howitzer, SU-34 strikes Ukr..
EuroNews
20. August 2024 um 18:37

No Comment: Uncontrollable Flames After the Ukrainian Drone Attack on the Fuel Depot

Politics
Environment
In Russia, firefighters have continued to battle a massive fire at a fuel depot in the Rostov region (southwest) for the third consecutive day.
t-online
20. August 2024 um 18:05

Proletarsk: Fire after Ukrainian drone attack out of control

Politics
Environment
State of emergency in the southern Russian Proletarsk after the Ukrainian drone attack. After three days, the fire in a fuel depot has gotten out of control. Videos show the extent of the fire.
AFP
21. August 2024 um 02:45

Moscow Mayor: Russian Air Defense Shoots Down Ten Ukrainian Drones

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Russian air defense shot down ten Ukrainian drones that attacked Moscow. No damage or casualties were reported.
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