Ukraine Strikes Deep: Drone Attacks on Russian Explosives Manufacturer

Ukraine conducted drone strikes on a Russian military explosives manufacturer and storage infrastructure at an airfield, resulting in significant damage and minor injuries to firefighters. Russian air defenses intercepted numerous drones, highlighting the ongoing aerial conflict amidst ongoing military hostilities between the two nations.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 20-10-2024 17:17 IST | Created: 20-10-2024 17:17 IST
Ukraine Strikes Deep: Drone Attacks on Russian Explosives Manufacturer
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In a significant escalation of conflict, Ukraine launched drone strikes targeting a key Russian military explosives manufacturer deep inside its territory. The operation also targeted storage facilities at a military airfield in Lipetsk region, Kyiv's General Staff confirmed.

Russia's defense ministry stated its air defense systems neutralized 110 Ukrainian drones, while additional reports indicate attempts to hit the Ya. M. Sverdlov State Owned Enterprise in Dzerzhinsk city. This facility is critical to Russian military operations and is under international sanctions.

In the aftermath, four firefighters reported minor injuries from the attack, according to the governor of the region. Damage assessment is ongoing, and while Moscow's officials acknowledged the drone attacks, they have kept details of the damage private.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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