Russian forces strike Naftogaz facilities with missiles, targeted attacks continue for fourth day
Russian forces conducted a missile strike on Naftogaz oil and gas infrastructure in Chernihiv Oblast on the evening of 19 May.
Source: Ukraine's largest national oil and gas company Naftogaz
Quote: "Russian forces launched a missile strike on Naftogaz oil and gas infrastructure in Chernihiv Oblast in the evening.
Prior to this, drone attacks had continued throughout the day. Several facilities came under fire.
Targeted strikes on the Group's assets have been ongoing for the fourth consecutive day. Equipment has been damaged as a result of the attacks."
Details: The press service added that personnel at production facilities were not injured. Once the security situation allows, company workers will begin assessing the damage and conducting repair work.
Background:
- On 17 and 18 May, Russian drone attacks targeted Naftogaz facilities and there were also reports of a strike involving three ballistic missiles on some of the company's sites in Dnipropetrovsk Oblast.
- On the morning of 19 May, the Russians simultaneously struck several gas infrastructure facilities in Chernihiv Oblast.
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