Ukraine Strikes Hit Oil Terminals and Ports on Both Sides of Crimean Bridge
Ukrainian forces struck oil terminals, a refinery and port infrastructure on both sides of the Crimean Bridge in Kerch and Russia's Krasnodar Krai overnight, while Russian strikes killed at least eight people across Ukraine and injured dozens more. Ukraine strikes hit the oil terminal in occupied Kerch on the Crimean peninsula, causing fires at terminals and port infrastructure on both sides of the Kerch Strait.
Ukrainian Strikes on Crimean and Russian Oil and Logistics Targets
Ukrainian forces struck the oil terminal in occupied Kerch on the Crimean peninsula. [1] Fires at terminals and port infrastructure on both sides of the Kerch Strait were confirmed by Ukrainian media, Zelenskyy and monitoring accounts. [1] Ukraine strikes also hit the Antipinsky oil refinery in Tyumen Oblast more than 2,000 km from the border. [2] The facility is one of the largest oil-refining plants in Western Siberia, with an annual capacity of around 7.5-9 million tonnes of crude oil. [2] Ukrainian forces struck the port of Kavkaz in Russia's Krasnodar Krai on the night of 20-21 June, and a fire at the port has been confirmed. [2] Ukrainian forces struck a railway bridge over the North Crimean Canal near Rozdolne, a railway bridge near Petershagen in Zaporizhzhia Oblast, and a railway bridge over the Syvash near Chonhar. [2] Zelenskyy reported successful hits on military logistics, the oil industry, four S-400 radar stations, two Pantsir air defence systems, the Antipinsky oil refinery, the port of Kavkaz, and several railway bridges in occupied Crimea and Zaporizhzhia. [4] Facilities on both sides of the Crimean Bridge were hit, including maritime logistics used to transport oil in the Krasnodar region and an oil depot in temporarily occupied Kerch. [4]
Casualties and Damage from Ukrainian Attacks in Crimea
Russian-installed Crimean governor Sergei Aksionov reported at least four killed and 28 injured in Ukrainian drone attacks near Kerch. [1] The occupation authorities reported the closure of the Crimean Bridge. [4] Predaj paliva pre širokú verejnosť na Ruskom okupovanom ukrajinskom polostrove Krym je pozastavený, potvrdil v nedeľu tamojší Moskvou dosadený gubernátor Sergej Aksionov. [1] Today, 21 June from 9.00 h local time, fuel sales at Crimean filling stations were suspended, with fuel sold exclusively to state enterprises. [1]
Ukrainian strikes cause fires at oil terminals and port infrastructure on both sides of the Kerch Strait. — Source: ukrainskapravda
Russian Attacks Across Ukrainian Regions
Russian attacks killed three in Dnipropetrovsk and Poltava regions. [1] One person was killed and nine others were injured in Dnipropetrovsk region. [1] A Russian rocket attack on Poltava injured 11 people including five children. [1] Five people were killed in the Russian attack on Zaporizhzhia on Saturday evening. [5] The number of people injured in Russian strikes on Zaporizhzhia on the evening of 20 June has increased to thirteen. [5] Russian forces carried out 34 airstrikes across the oblast and launched over 560 UAVs, mostly FPV drones. [5] Residents submitted 113 reports of damage to homes, vehicles and infrastructure facilities. [5]
Zelenskyy's Warnings and Diplomatic Statements
Zelenskyy warned in his evening address that Russia is preparing new large-scale attacks. [1] He urged preventive measures and confirmed Kyiv's proposal for direct talks remains open while Putin refuses. [1] Zelenskyy gave Belarus one week to remove four signal boosters for Russian drones near the border or face dangerous consequences. [1] In his evening video address Zelenskyy pointed to the attacks on Dnipro and Zaporizhzhia that occurred several hours earlier. [1] According to his words, Moscow now appears to be preparing further attacks during the night. [1] “Rusi vojnu neukončujú, hoci všetky návrhy na jej koniec sú konkrétne a realistické,” Zelenskyy stated. [1] He confirmed that the proposal for direct negotiations between Ukraine and Russia remains on the table. [1] Russian President Vladimir Putin has refused to engage in diplomatic negotiations according to Zelenskyy. [1] The Ukrainian leader also warned Belarus against greater involvement in the war and noted that such steps could have dangerous consequences. [1] At least four signal boosters for Russian drones have been deployed in Belarus near the common border. [1] “Bielorusko má ešte čas na demontáž týchto zariadení,” Zelenskyy noted. [1]
Ukrainian strikes cause fires at oil terminals and port infrastructure on both sides of the Kerch Strait. — Source: ukrainskapravda
International and Sanctions-Related Developments
German and French lawmakers plan to call for stricter measures against Russia's shadow fleet used to bypass oil export sanctions. [1] This includes stricter inspections and detention of vessels that violate international rules. [1] Russia uses the shadow fleet to circumvent sanctions imposed as a result of the invasion of Ukraine, particularly restrictions on oil exports. [1]
Zelenskyy Confirms Hits on Air Defence Systems
Zelenskyy added that military logistics facilities had been successfully hit, along with four radar stations belonging to S-400 air defence systems and two Pantsir air defence systems. [4] On 21 June the occupation authorities reported the closure of the Crimean Bridge, while social media reports indicated explosions in Crimea and fires caused by strikes in Kerch. [4]
What to watch next: Zelenskyy warned that Russia is preparing new large-scale attacks and urged civilians to take preventive measures, while the proposal for direct talks remains open and Belarus has one week to remove the drone signal boosters.
