Ukraine launched an overnight strike targeting the Novokuibyshevsk oil refinery in Russia’s Samara region. This strike is part of Ukraine’s ongoing strategy to target Russian strategic energy infrastructure deep inside Russian territory, with the refinery being a recurring target in these operations. Both sides are increasingly targeting logistics and industrial assets far from the front lines in the ongoing military conflict. Market pricing shows reduced confidence in Russian advances toward Sloviansk, with the probability of capture by December 31 currently at 5.5%. Observers are monitoring official statements from Russian authorities and any potential escalation following this strike.
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