Drone Warfare Escalates: Overnight Assault on Southwestern Russia

An overnight Ukrainian drone attack wounded several people and damaged numerous buildings in Russia's southwestern regions of Lipetsk and Voronezh. Twelve drones were destroyed over Voronezh, but not before debris caused injuries and damage. The situation escalates as both nations deny targeting civilians amidst mounting casualties.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 15-07-2025 10:43 IST | Created: 15-07-2025 10:43 IST
Drone Warfare Escalates: Overnight Assault on Southwestern Russia
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Overnight tensions flared as Ukrainian drones inflicted injuries and damages in Russia's southwestern regions, including Lipetsk and Voronezh. Local authorities reported that debris from downed drones led to minor injuries and structural damages.

In Voronezh, fragments from a downed drone injured several people and damaged multi-storey apartments and suburban houses. Commercial facilities suffered damage as regional governors detailed the impact of falling drone debris.

In Lipetsk, a drone crashed in an industrial zone, causing injuries. Russia claims over 55 Ukrainian drones were destroyed overnight by its defense forces as both countries contend with ongoing civilian casualties in the prolonged conflict.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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