Drone Strikes Ignite Volgograd: Fuel and Energy Facilities Ablaze

Drone attacks in Russia's Volgograd region ignited fires at fuel and energy facilities. Governor Andrei Bocharov confirmed the incidents. Firefighters are actively working to control the flames. Russia's defense ministry reported intercepting and destroying 19 Ukrainian drones overnight, with nine targeted in the Volgograd area.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Moscow | Updated: 09-10-2025 10:45 IST | Created: 09-10-2025 10:45 IST
Drone Strikes Ignite Volgograd: Fuel and Energy Facilities Ablaze
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Drone strikes have ignited fires at fuel and energy facilities in Russia's Volgograd region, according to Governor Andrei Bocharov. The attack, reported on Thursday, has prompted urgent firefighting efforts.

Governor Bocharov emphasized that firefighting teams are currently engaged in extinguishing the flames triggered by the drone incursion. The attack highlights ongoing regional tensions and the necessity for heightened security measures.

Russia's defense ministry revealed that air defense systems successfully intercepted and destroyed 19 Ukrainian drones overnight, with nine targeted specifically at the Volgograd region.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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