On February 15, 2026, Ukrainian military intelligence (HUR) confirmed strikes on key Russian infrastructure, including an oil terminal located near the village of Volna in Krasnodar Krai and a Russian air defense system in occupied Crimea. The Tamanneftegaz oil terminal was hit during the attacks overnight on February 14–15, resulting in significant destruction and a fire at the facility. Local officials indicated that two individuals sustained injuries as emergency services responded to the scene.

Krasnodar Krai Governor Veniamin Kondratyev reported multiple drone strikes targeting facilities throughout the region, including the oil depot. The terminal's proximity to the Kerch Strait makes it strategically important, just east of occupied Crimea and approximately 325 kilometers from Ukrainian-held territory.

In addition to targeting energy infrastructure, Ukrainian forces successfully struck a Pantsir-S1 air defense missile system near the village of Kacha in Crimea. This type of system is crucial for Russia's defense against aerial attacks and is estimated to cost between €15 million to €20 million each. The use of drones in these strikes highlights Ukraine's continued focus on diminishing Russia's military capabilities.

Kyiv has adopted a strategy of targeting energy infrastructure as legitimate military objectives, as they directly fund Russia's ongoing military operations. Ukrainian officials have reiterated the importance of these operations in weakening Moscow's fighting power as the conflict continues.

The drone attacks are part of Ukraine's broader military strategy, which has seen increased activity against Russian targets in response to sustained aggressions by Russia against Ukrainian civilian and military infrastructure.