The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine has confirmed the damage to the “Steel Horse” oil depot in the Oryol region of the Russian Federation. The incident caused a massive fire at the facility, which plays an important role in providing fuel to Russian military units.
“On the night of December 14, 2024, units of the Special Operations Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, in cooperation with other components of the Defense Forces, struck the Steel Horse linear production dispatch station (LVDS) in the Oryol region of the Russian Federation. This is one of the largest oil product terminals in the suburbs of Oryol. As a result of the attack, a powerful fire broke out,” the General Staff reported on social networks.
The linear production and dispatching station “Steel Horse”, as indicated, is part of the Russian military-industrial complex, which ensures the supply of petroleum products to the Russian army.
“The results of the combat work are being clarified. What will happen next… Glory to Ukraine!” the General Staff emphasized.

