"Ukraine's Drone Strikes Inflict Heavy Losses on Russian Forces in Ongoing Conflict"
Ukraine claims to have launched a major drone attack on a Russian airbase in the Rostov region, killing Russian servicemen and destroying fighter jets. The strikes were reportedly aimed at decreasing Russian military potential and targeting aircraft used to launch guided air bombs on Ukrainian positions. The claims have not been independently verified, but if true, these would be the most damaging strikes on a Russian airfield since the start of the conflict in February 2022. Russia's Ministry of Defense reported the interception and destruction of at least 53 Ukrainian drones across various territories, with several regions in Russia being targeted by UAV attacks. Ukraine's increasing willingness to launch targeted strikes across the border is seen as an attempt to wear down domestic Russian support for the war and degrade Russian infrastructure.
