KYIV, Ukraine — Ukrainian drones have successfully targeted a military airfield and an oil depot in Russia, according to a defense source in Kyiv. This comes as Moscow reported repelling the latest aerial barrage. Kyiv has increased aerial attacks on Russian territory, citing these strikes as retaliation for the bombardments Ukraine has endured since Russia’s invasion over two years ago.
Key Highlights:
- Attack on Morozovsk Airfield:
- Ukrainian drones hit the Morozovsk airfield in the Rostov region, which housed aircraft and guided aerial bombs.
- The attack caused significant damage to the aviation ammunition depot.
- Damage Reports from Russian Officials:
- Local governor Vasily Golubev declared a state of emergency in Morozovsk.
- Windows in various social facilities, such as schools, kindergartens, residential homes, and industrial buildings, were reported damaged.
- Oil Depot Struck in Kamensky District:
- Ukrainian drones hit a fuel warehouse in the Kamensky district, causing oil tanks to catch fire.
- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky emphasized the necessity of striking Russian airfields and military targets.
- Submarine and Air Defence Systems Targeted:
- Ukraine claimed to have sunk the B-237 Rostov-on-Don submarine in occupied Crimea.
- Significant damage was reported to four launchers of the S-400 anti-aircraft “Triumf” defense system in Sevastopol.
- Russian Defense Ministry’s Response:
- The Russian defense ministry claimed to have destroyed at least 76 drones launched by Kyiv, including 36 over Rostov and 17 in the Oryol region.
- Russian air defense also intercepted eight and nine drones respectively over Kursk and Belgorod, regions bordering Ukraine.
- Ukrainian Military Actions:
- Ukraine’s military reported sinking a submarine and damaging multiple oil depots and fuel storage facilities in Belgorod, Kursk, and Rostov regions.
- The attack on Morozovsk airfield targeted an ammunition depot storing guided aerial bombs.
- President Zelensky’s Statement:
- Zelensky reiterated the need to destroy Russian combat aviation and called for a joint security solution with Western allies.
- He pointed out that in the past week, Russian forces have launched more than 600 guided aerial bombs at Ukraine.
- Impact on Russian Oil Facilities:
- The drone attacks set fire to oil tanks in Belgorod and Kamensky districts.
- Local officials reported that the fires were put out without any injuries.
Ukraine’s increased use of long-range drones aims to disrupt Russian military logistics and economic infrastructure. The ongoing conflict has seen a significant escalation in aerial attacks, reflecting the intensifying covert war between Ukraine and Russia.
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