Ukraine reportedly struck a major oil refinery in Yaroslavl for the second consecutive night, triggering a large fire according to witnesses. The Kyiv Independent reported the attack targeted one of Russia’s largest oil processing facilities. Russia retaliated with attacks on the Kharkiv region, specifically targeting the town of Balaklija. These attacks resulted in the deaths of at least three civilians, as confirmed by the head of the Balaklija military administration, Vitaliy Karabanov. The strikes represent an escalation in reciprocal attacks between the two nations, impacting both critical infrastructure and civilian populations. The incidents highlight the ongoing and intensifying nature of the conflict. Further details regarding the extent of the damage to the refinery are currently unavailable.