Ukraine has intensified its drone attacks on Russian energy infrastructure, striking key facilities including the Saratov oil refinery and a pumping station in Kirov. The Saratov refinery, owned by Rosneft, erupted in flames following the drone assault, which Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky labeled a significant achievement, noting its distance of approximately 700 kilometers from the front lines. In addition, a fire at a fuel depot in Rostov was reported, triggered by drone debris. The General Staff of Ukraine confirmed the strikes on both the refinery and the Lazarevo pumping station, which is vital for oil transport from Siberia to Belarus. The attacks come as Ukraine seeks to undermine Russia's military operations funded by its energy sector. Meanwhile, Russia accused Ukraine of targeting the Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant, an allegation Kyiv denied, emphasizing its commitment to international humanitarian law. The ongoing conflict has raised concerns about the safety of the nuclear facility, which has been under Russian control since early in the war.