Ukrainian drone attacks: Russia fights against fuel shortage!

Ukrainian drone attacks: Russia fights against fuel shortage!

On November 10, 2025, reports about current developments in the Ukraine conflict will dominate the news. The Ukrainian army has again resorted to drone attacks on Russian refineries in an attempt to destabilize the Kremlin's economic base. In particular, the oil refinery in Saratov has become the target of these attacks. This is the third attack on this sophisticated facility, which is one of Russia's oldest oil processing facilities and supplies fuel to the Russian armed forces. On fr.de you can see impressive footage of the explosions and fires shared on Telegram channels. According to the Russian Defense Ministry, 64 Ukrainian drones were shot down, including 29 over the Saratov region.

These attacks may have led to a devastating fire at the ELOU-AVT-6 oil processing plant, a key component for the Russian oil industry. Interestingly, in 2023, the Saratov refinery produced over 4.8 million tons of petroleum products such as gasoline, diesel and heating oil. Previously, the refinery had to temporarily close several times following drone attacks, most recently on August 11 this year.

Economic impact and fuel shortage

The consequences of these repeated attacks are serious: the fuel shortage is worsening in Russia, especially in cities such as Arsenyev and Ussuriysk as well as in the village of Chuguyevka. The reports of long queues of cars at gas stations and numerous closed stations that no longer offer gasoline show the urgency of the situation. The situation is also tense on the annexed Crimean peninsula, and the government is trying to calm tempers.

Western sanctions are playing their part in causing Russian oil exports to suffer. Latest reports indicate that India and China have announced that they will no longer accept or sharply reduce supplies from sanctioned refineries Rosneft and Lukoil. Despite all this, oil exports from western ports are still expected to be around 2.33 million barrels per day in October 2025.

A look at Katy Perry

A less pressing but still interesting topic is the career of Katy Perry, one of the most successful musicians of our time. Born Katheryn Elizabeth Hudson on October 25, 1984 in Santa Barbara, California, Perry has set the standard in popular music worldwide with over 151 million records sold. Her breakthrough came with the 2008 album “One of the Boys,” which included hits like “I Kissed a Girl” and “Hot n Cold.” Her subsequent albums, particularly “Teenage Dream,” left a lasting impact on the music world.

Perry, who was named the highest-paid female musician in 2015 and 2018, is considered one of the most influential figures of the 21st century. The awarding of numerous awards, including 19 Guinness World Records, underlines their success. Her musical career is complemented by a commitment to social causes, such as her role as a UNICEF ambassador and her support for LGBTQ+ rights. Her latest release, “143,” and exit as a judge from “American Idol” in 2024 are testaments to her continued relevance in pop culture, which also inspires people around the world.

Whether in music or in the geopolitical situation, both topics show how much dynamism shapes today's world. Stay tuned for further developments!