Ukraine's Drone Attack Wounds Woman, Damages Homes in Russia's Saratov Region

A Ukrainian drone attack in Russia's Saratov region injured a woman and damaged homes in the cities of Saratov and Engels. Regional governor Roman Basurgin reported serious injuries and extensive property damage. The region includes Engels, a strategic military site frequently targeted since Russia's full-scale invasion in February 2022.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 26-08-2024 09:46 IST | Created: 26-08-2024 09:46 IST
Ukraine's Drone Attack Wounds Woman, Damages Homes in Russia's Saratov Region
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A Ukrainian drone attack in Russia's Saratov region left a woman wounded and caused significant damage to homes in the cities of Saratov and Engels, according to the regional governor.

The attack led to falling debris that damaged a residential complex in Saratov. The regional governor, Roman Basurgin, confirmed that a woman was hospitalized in serious condition as doctors strive to save her life.

Emergency services have been deployed across the affected areas, notably in Saratov and Engels, which are key cities several hundred kilometers southeast of Moscow. Engels hosts a strategic bomber military base that Ukraine has targeted multiple times since Russia's full-scale invasion commenced in February 2022.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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