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Ukrainian drone attack on oil hub deep inside Russia kills 13 | DW News

A Ukrainian drone attack on the city of Nizhnekamsk in Russia's Tatarstan region has killed at least 13 people, according to local authorities. The strike, targeting a major oil-processing hub, is being described as the deadliest attack inside Russia in more than two years. Ukraine says the campaign is aimed at disrupting Russia's energy sector and military logistics, while Moscow accuses Kyiv of targeting civilians. We speak to our correspondents about the significance of the attack and what it could mean for the war. 00:00 Ukrainian drone attack hits Russia's Tatarstan region 01:09 Zelenskyy: Attacks on energy infrastructure will continue 01:32 Russia accuses Ukraine of targeting civilians 02:52 Targets Ukrainian drones have been hitting inside Russia 04:17 What civilian casualties in Russia mean for Ukraine's western military backers 05:41 Does Ukraine succeed in "bringing the war home" to Russia? 06:40 What Ukraine can actually achieve with its increased long-range abilities 07:49 The war is moving away from the frontlines 08:18 Interview Charles Hecker, Royal United Services Institute 08:44 How much of Russia can still be considered safely behind the front line? 09:32 Civilian death toll: The number of Ukrainian civilians killed by Russia is “overwhelmingly” higher 10:31 How will the Kremlin use those deaths? 11:39 The impact of Ukraine's attacks on Russia's refining capacity 12:50 Priorities of Russia's air defenses 14:06 Kyiv has the upper hand in drone warfare, but Russia's firepower is still superior

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