Neighboring Kuban region under attack by Ukrainian drones
In the ongoing conflict, a significant drone attack was reported over the Azov Sea and the Rostov region on July 1, 2025. The incident, confirmed by the region's acting governor, Yuri Slyusar, involved drones that were intercepted by Russian air defenses.
According to reports, the attack targeted multiple areas, including Rostov-on-Don and other districts, which would encompass areas like Neklinovsky and Matveyev-Kurgansky. The Russian Ministry of Defense claimed that they shot down about 60 drones during the offensive, with 16 of these interceptions occurring over Rostov Oblast.
However, no official reports have confirmed direct damage or casualties specifically in Neklinovsky or Matveyev-Kurgansky districts. Regional authorities acknowledged explosions and suspended airport operations during the attacks, indicating the broad impact on the region’s infrastructure.
The attack is part of a wider Ukrainian drone campaign targeting key military and industrial sites deep inside Russia, including strategic locations such as the Kupol Electromechanical Plant in Izhevsk and the Taganrog drone production facility. Previous attacks in the region and ongoing drone offensives reflect Ukraine’s continued efforts to degrade Russia’s military capabilities within Russian territory.
A separate incident was reported by "Live Kuban" where a Ukrainian drone was shot down over the Azov Sea. The type of drone was not specified. This incident does not appear to be directly related to the attack over the Rostov region.
The latest updates highlight the ongoing intense drone warfare impacting border and deep regions of Russia, with the Rostov region as one of the primary targeted areas. More details about these incidents are expected to be released further.
- The ongoing drone warfare in the region, as seen in the attack over the Azov Sea and Rostov region, has political implications and is part of a broader news story about war-and-conflicts.
- The ongoing attacks by Ukraine on key military and industrial sites within Russia, such as the Kupol Electromechanical Plant and the Taganrog drone production facility, reveal a politics of conflict and are covered under the general-news category.
