Ukrainian Drone Strikes Russian Energy and Weapons Facilities
A Ukrainian drone strike targeted a Russian weapons plant in Tatarstan, causing a massive explosion and injuring at least seven people. While no one has officially claimed responsibility, Ukrainian outlets have suggested the attack was organized by the Ukrainian Defense Ministry’s Main Intelligence Directorate. The strikes are part of Ukraine’s evolving strategy against Russia, which has included targeted drone strikes and alleged assassinations of Russian personnel, as well as pushing back Russia’s Black Sea Fleet from the coast. The U.S. has expressed concerns about the strikes and urged Kyiv to stop targeting Russian energy infrastructure.