Ukrainian Security Service Strikes Perm Refinery Again, Damaging Key Unit and Station

Second Attack on Russian Oil Infrastructure

According to Главком: Ukraine's Security Service (SBU) has carried out a second consecutive strike on Russian oil infrastructure near Perm, hitting facilities at one of the country's largest refineries, the Lukoil-Permnefteorgsintez plant. The attack targeted the AVT-4 processing unit and the Perm linear production dispatch station, sparking new fires at these sites. This is part of a broader Ukrainian campaign to degrade Russia's energy and logistics capabilities supporting its war effort.

The strike was executed using drones operated by the SBU's Alpha Special Operations Center. Located over 1,500 kilometers from Ukrainian territory, the Lukoil-Permnefteorgsintez refinery has an annual capacity of roughly 13 million tons. The resulting fires engulfed both vacuum and atmospheric distillation columns, indicating severe damage to the facility.

Ukraine's Strategic Approach

The SBU emphasized that these operations are systematic and designed to disrupt logistics and production capacities that sustain Russia's war against Ukraine. Since the start of the full-scale invasion, Ukraine's defense forces have more than doubled the range of their deep strikes into Russian rear areas. In 2022, they could hit targets at roughly 630 kilometers; now, Ukrainian long-range assets can reach adversaries at distances of about 1,750 kilometers.

The SBU also noted that geographic remoteness no longer guarantees safety for facilities tied to Russia's military-industrial complex. These strikes demonstrate Ukraine's ability to operate at great distances, inflicting damage on strategically vital enemy assets. This attack is part of a growing Ukrainian strategy to escalate assaults on critical Russian infrastructure, which could significantly impact Moscow's military capabilities. The advancement of Ukraine's long-range strike tools signals a shift in tactical approaches, potentially creating new challenges for Russia in the conflict. Given this situation, future actions by both sides may shape the war's trajectory and its regional consequences.

As Ukraine continues its strategic campaign against Russian energy infrastructure, the impact of these operations can be seen in recent strikes on key oil facilities. For instance, a previous assault targeted a major oil hub, resulting in significant fires and damage. To understand the broader implications of these actions, you can read more about the destruction of Transneft tanks and how they contribute to Ukraine's military strategy.