Drone attacks on oil storage and refinery facilities in Rostov and Saratov regions cause fires and damage, raising concerns over energy infrastructure security.
Rescue teams in Starobilsk recovered five more victims, raising the death toll to 21 after a contested drone strike amid conflicting Ukrainian and Russian military claims.
Lukoil's Nizhny Novgorod refinery halted over half its capacity after Ukrainian drone attacks, marking a significant blow to Russia's refining sector and fuel supply.
The UAE has secretly conducted military strikes on Iran in response to persistent attacks, signaling a strategic shift amid escalating Gulf tensions and economic impacts.
For the first time in years, Moscow’s May 9 Victory Day parade excludes military vehicles, citing operational concerns and regional security amid ongoing conflict.