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Ukrainian drones set another Russian oil refinery ablaze as Putin admits fuel shortages
By Associated Press at KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC)
· June 28, 2026
· 5 min read
Ukraine kept up its heavy drone assault on Russia, setting fire to a major oil refinery in the south, as President Vladimir Putin acknowledged for the first time on Sunday that the country was facing a “certain deficit” of fuel and vowed to strengthen protection of oil facilities and boost fuel o...
Key takeaway "“We will not give them that chance,” Putin said, adding that “strikes on our infrastructure, wherever they are directed, have absolutely no effect on the situation at the front, on the line of contact.
Why this matters in Tomball News
The ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia has significant implications for the global energy market, and by extension, the Houston area. As a major hub for the oil and gas industry, Houston's economy is closely tied to the stability of international energy supplies. The drone assault on Russian oil refineries, including the major facility in Slavyansk-na-Kubani, could lead to disruptions in global fuel supplies, potentially driving up prices and affecting local businesses. Tomball residents, who rely heavily on transportation and commuting to Houston, may feel the effects of increased fuel costs. Additionally, the Houston area's refineries and petrochemical plants may see changes in demand or supply chains as a result of the conflict, making it essential to monitor the situation and its potential impact on the local economy. The effects of the conflict on global energy markets will be closely watched by industry leaders and residents in Tomball and the surrounding areas.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 28, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
Reading time: 5 min
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What is this story about? Ukraine kept up its heavy drone assault on Russia, setting fire to a major oil refinery in the south, as President Vladimir Putin acknowledged for the first time on Sunday that the country was facing a “certain deficit” of fuel and vowed to strengthen protection of oil facilities and boost fuel o...
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