Russia: Explosions/remote violence in Saint Petersburg
Ukraine struck oil infrastructure and VK data center in response to Russian terror On the night of October 18, the Ukrainian Defense Forces, in response to constant Russian terror against Ukrainian cities and communities, conducted a successful operation to destroy legitimate targets in St. Petersburg. ▶️ Ukraine exercises the right to self-defense in conditions of armed aggression by the Russian Federation in accordance with Art. 51 of the UN Charter. ▶️ Ukraine is increasing its capabilities to carry out long-range strikes with domestically produced means: FP-1 strike drones were used in the operation. ▶️ The Ukrainian Defense Forces hit an oil terminal and oil base in St. Petersburg, a data center of the government-controlled VK platform in the Leningrad region, and other legitimate targets. ▶️ Ukraine is responding to Russian terror and Putin's refusal to stop the war. All Russian strikes will receive just responses. ▶️ Ukraine's actions are aimed at limiting the Russian Federation's capabilities to wage and finance an aggressive war. ✅ Subscribe to Spravdi on Telegram
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