Ukrainian Strike Drones Cripple Russian Fuel Infrastructure and High-Tech Assets in Targeted Overnight Raids

Ukrainian drones hit Russian fuel depots, an EW station, and a drone control point in Donetsk and Zaporizhzhia to disrupt the Kremlin's offensive potential.

By: AXL Media

Published: Mar 10, 2026, 9:38 AM EDT

Source: The information in this article was sourced from Ukrinform

Precision Strikes on the Fuel Supply Chain

In a coordinated effort to paralyze Russian mobility, Ukrainian strike drones successfully targeted major fuel storage facilities near the occupied settlements of Koptieve and Makiivka. These depots serve as vital refueling hubs for Russian armored columns operating in the Donetsk sector. By eliminating these localized fuel reserves, the Ukrainian General Staff aims to create "logistical friction," forcing Russian commanders to rely on more distant and vulnerable supply lines, thereby slowing the tempo of their ongoing assault actions.

Blinding the Electronic Battlefield

A significant victory for Ukrainian electronic warfare suppression occurred with the destruction of a Russian EW station situated near the city of Donetsk. These stations are a primary threat to Ukrainian reconnaissance and strike drones, as they jam GPS signals and disrupt remote control frequencies. Furthermore, Ukrainian units successfully neutralized a Russian strike UAV control point near Myrnohrad. Eliminating the operators and equipment responsible for directing Russian loitering munitions provides a temporary "window of safety" for Ukrainian ground forces and local civilian infrastructure.

Attrition of Russian Artillery and Personnel

The overnight campaign also focused on degrading the heavy weaponry currently shelling Ukrainian-held territory. Key successful strikes included: