Breaking: Ukraine Hits Back Hard - Strikes on Russian Military Airbases
Russia under attack: Military airfields reportedly targeted by Ukraine
Let's talk about the recent late-night action between Ukraine and Russia. The death toll continues to rise due to Russia's aerial bombardment of Ukraine, but Ukraine isn't just a passive victim. The Ukrainian air force has been making its presence known, too, by targeting crucial infrastructure and, according to their own statements, striking several military airfields.
Simultaneously, the brutal Russian air strikes on Ukraine are being met with heavy Ukrainian drone attacks. The Russian Ministry of Defense reported the interception of a staggering 174 drones over regions like Bryansk, Rostov, Saratov, Voronezh, Kaluga, Kursk, Oryol, Rяazan, Tula, Belgorod, Tambov, and the Crimean peninsula. They also reported the destruction of three Neptune-MD guided missiles over the Black Sea.
A significant drone attack in the city of Engels in the Saratov region resulted in a high-rise being hit, though thankfully, there were no casualties. The building was temporarily evacuated, and residents have since returned, according to Saratov Governor Roman Busargin. It's believed that this attack caused a fire in an industrial facility, possibly a refinery, given media reports.
Engels is home to a substantial Russian air force support base. The refinery is situated close to the base from where aircraft regularly launch attacks on Ukraine. A hit was also reported near a military airfield in the Bryansk region, with local resident videos depicting a large fireball and multiple explosions. Independent military blogger Jan Matveyev suggests that a munition depot was hit.
Ukraine Strikes Russian Airbases
Ukraine claims to have targeted several Russian military airfields, with hits reported at the Engels airbase in Saratov and the Djagilevo airbase in the Ryazan region. These bases are known for housing strategic bombers, including Tu-95 and Tu-22M3 aircraft.
The Tambov region saw a facility being hit, with three people injured in the strike. Meanwhile, another attack occurred on the Belgorod border railway, resulting in a reserve locomotive derailing after an explosion. However, there were no casualties, and the track was temporarily closed.
This series of attacks highlights the continuous intensity of the conflict between Ukraine and Russia. We'll keep an eye on the situation and bring you updates as they happen.
Sources: ntv.de, lar/dpa/AFP
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