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War & Conflict4h 24m ago

A Ukrainian drone strike on Moscow's Kapotnya refinery was followed by reports of dark, oily drizzle across nearby districts, a phenomenon known as black rain.

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Who
Ukrainian drones, Moscow residents, Russian officials, Moscow authorities
What
A Ukrainian drone strike on Moscow's Kapotnya refinery was followed by reports of dark, oily drizzle across nearby districts, a phenomenon known as black rain.
When
Fri, 19 Jun 2026 06:24:22 GMT · 4h 24m ago
Where
Moscow, Russia ·
Why
The black rain reports emerged after Ukrainian drones struck the Kapotnya oil refinery, igniting large fires and sending thick black smoke into the atmosphere.
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The drone strike disrupted energy infrastructure, with the Kapotnya refinery supplying 40% of Moscow's petrol and 50% of its diesel fuel, and raised environmental concerns due to airborne pollutants from burning petroleum products.

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    A Ukrainian drone strike on Moscow's Kapotnya refinery was followed by reports of dark, oily drizzle across nearby districts.
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