Ukraine Strikes St. Petersburg, Hitting Russian Warship and Oil Depots

Ukraine launched drone attacks on military and energy infrastructure in St. Petersburg, coinciding with the opening of Russia's economic forum and an unannounced visit by the NATO Secretary General to Kyiv.

Wed Jun 03 2026

Drone Attacks Target St. Petersburg

Ukraine conducted drone attacks on military and energy infrastructure in St. Petersburg overnight into Wednesday, resulting in a fire on a Russian warship and oil depots along the Baltic coast. This attack deep within Russian territory occurred on the opening day of Putin's three-day economic forum, which is being held in the city.

NATO Secretary General Visits Kyiv

Amidst these strikes, NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte arrived in Kyiv for an unannounced visit. The attacks suggest a widening of the war and have drawn significant international attention.

*Source: France24 (2026-06-03)*

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