Official statements from the depot management or Russian government confirming operational status

Ukrainian Drones Strike 'Steel Horse' Oil Depot in Oryol, Russia, December 13-14, Causing Major Fire; 37 Drones Intercepted

Dec 14, 2024, 08:12 AM

Ukrainian drones conducted a significant attack on an oil depot in the city of Oryol, Russia, overnight from December 13 to December 14, 2024. The strike targeted the 'Steel Horse' linear production dispatch station, a crucial fuel hub supplying oil products to the Russian military. Reports indicate that the attack resulted in a large fire that continues to burn, with local sources describing the situation as out of control. The governor of Oryol, Andrei Klychkov, confirmed the incident, noting that the attack caused damage to nearby homes as well. Ukrainian military officials have acknowledged the operation, emphasizing its strategic importance. The attack reportedly involved a swarm of kamikaze drones, and Russian sources have claimed that 37 drones were intercepted during the operation. However, the fire at the depot remains significant, with thick smoke reported to be spreading across the city.