Drone Strikes Rattle Russian Military Airfields

Ukraine launched drone attacks on Russian military airfields in five regions, igniting fires and causing damage. The Russian Defense Ministry reported successful repulsion in most areas but confirmed fires in Murmansk and Irkutsk. There were no casualties, and some perpetrators have been detained.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Moscow | Updated: 01-06-2025 21:07 IST | Created: 01-06-2025 21:07 IST
Drone Strikes Rattle Russian Military Airfields
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Ukraine has initiated drone strikes targeting Russian military airfields across five regions, causing fires and damage to aircraft, according to the Russian Defence Ministry.

On Sunday, air defences reportedly repelled the attacks in most regions; however, Murmansk and Irkutsk experienced fires. The Defense Ministry confirmed that FPV drones sparked fires near airfields in these areas.

No casualties occurred, as per official reports, and several individuals involved in the operation have been detained, the ministry added.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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