Russian authorities reported a drone attack on the Tyumen oil refinery on June 20, located approximately 1,900 kilometers from the border with Ukraine in Western Siberia. Drones target Tyumen oil refinery in Western Siberia Tyumen Region Governor Alexander Moor announced a drone alert and the evacuation of the refinery’s personnel via his official Telegram channel.JOIN US ON TELEGRAMFollow our coverage of the war on the @Kyivpost_official. Moor’s initial message at 11:25 a.m. local time described the alert as a preventive measure. He cautioned residents against approaching potential drone debris and warned of criminal penalties for distributing images or videos of air defense operations or crash sites. At 1:36 p.m., Moor stated that the attack had been repelled but acknowledged that debris had fallen on the refinery’s premises.
“Emergency services specialists are working at the debris crash site. According to preliminary information, the plant was not damaged, and employees have been evacuated. I am keeping the situation under personal control,” Moor wrote. Despite the official statements, independent outlets and local residents indicated potential damage. The Moscow Times reported that residents of the Antipino microdistrict, where the refinery is situated, heard at least two explosions. ASTRA Telegram channel analyzed eyewitness footage showing smoke rising from the facility. Additional videos recorded by locals showed a convoy of at least ten fire engines heading toward the plant.
